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$599,900

1921 Brown Ave

Evanston, IL
Contingent
9
Bedrooms
1926
Year Built
31
Days On Market

Great opportunity and perfect for investors! This 2 flat is tenant occupied & fully rented. Both units are spacious & offer lots of living space. First floor unit has 4 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Long time tenant in first floor unit. Second floor unit has 5 bedrooms & 2 full baths. This property has been well maintained thru the years. Major exterior updates include new roof & siding on both house & garage in 2020! Front 3 season porch with new windows, front door & flooring in 2020. All new kitchens with white cabinetry & stainless steel appliances in 2021 on 1st floor & in 2022 on 2nd floor. Please see list of upgrades under additional information tab. Both units have primary bedroom suite with updated full bath. Full unfinished basement with laundry & storage. Separate utilities. Tenants pay gas and electric. Large, fenced backyard is perfect for gardening, barbecue or just relaxing! Detached 2 car garage with 1 parking space per unit included in rent. Please exclude window a/c units, 1st floor freezer, 2 washers & 1 dryer that belong to tenants. Sold AS IS. Excellent location close to schools, restaurants, shopping, parks, public transportation and all Evanston has to offer.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
21 days ago
Listed By
Maria Franks · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, 8474929660
MLS#
12761486
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Contingent

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1921 Brown Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
City
Evanston
County
Cook
Zip Code
60201

Architecture

Bedrooms
9
Year Built
1926
Style
Bungalow, A-Frame
Construction Materials
Frame, Vinyl Siding
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Garage, Detached

Features & Amenities

Patio and Porch
Porch
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights, Park
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating
Natural Gas, Baseboard, Electric, Zoned, Hot Water, Steam

Property Features

Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$599,900
Annual Taxes
$10,125

Schools

55/100
Haven Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.6 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Evanston
Students
833
Student body
56% White · 18% Black · 14% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
27%
Phone
(847) 859-8200
78/100
Orrington Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.4 mi
City
Evanston
Students
395
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
63% White · 12% Black · 11% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(847) 859-8781
77/100
Evanston Township High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.4 mi
City
Evanston
Students
3,586
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
44% White · 24% Black · 20% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
37%
Phone
(847) 424-7200
75/100
Kingsley Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Evanston
Students
340
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
53% White · 27% Black · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
38%
Phone
(847) 859-8401
75/100
Joseph E Hill Education Center
Grades PK–PK · 0.7 mi
City
Evanston
Students
228
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
36% Hispanic / Latino · 32% Black · 15% White
Free/reduced lunch
60%
Phone
(847) 859-8301
70/100
Walker Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1 mi
City
Evanston
Students
363
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
33% White · 29% Black · 16% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
44%
Phone
(847) 859-8331
68/100
Dr Bessie Rhodes-Global Studies
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Skokie
Students
253
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
57% Hispanic / Latino · 29% Black · 9% White
Free/reduced lunch
69%
Phone
(847) 859-8441
63/100
Lincolnwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.7 mi
City
Evanston
Students
288
Student–teacher
10.5
Student body
54% White · 31% Black · 8% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
35%
Phone
(847) 859-8881

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/02/2026Listed for sale$599,900

Listed by Maria Franks · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago · 8474929660

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 12, 2026 at 6:26 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12761486

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