IL
Cook
Evanston
60202
1136 Lake Shore Boulevard
1136 Lake Shore Boulevard, Evanston, IL 60202
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
47
$3,500,000

Home Details for 1136 Lake Shore Boulevard

Price
$3,500,000
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5.0
Square feet
5465
Year built
1909
County
Cook
Total rooms
14
Garage
2
Basement
Sump Pump, Finished, Full
Days on site
0
MLS Listing#
12572974
Property Description

Location, location, location! Feel the cool lake breezes! Located in the Lake Shore Historic District of Evanston, this Prairie style Evanston landmark overlooking Lake Michigan with unobstructed, panoramic views, was designed by Tallmadge & Watson in 1909. This special property embodies the quality, beauty, and integrity of Prairie architecture throughout the entire home. Spacious rooms throughout, the excellent floor plan provides for comfortable family living and gracious entertaining. Gorgeous architectural details, including leaded glass windows, beautiful woodwork, hardwood floors and more. The east-facing sun room off the dining room has the original tile floor and oval recessed Adams-style hand painted ceiling. The second floor boasts four generous sized bedrooms, a full hall bath, as well as the primary suite. The third floor is fabulous space perfect for live-in help, in-laws, teenagers, or a guest suite. A fifth bedroom, full bath, and kitchenette, along with magnificent cathedral leaded glass windows, and tree-top lake views make this a special space. The first floor has such fabulous flow - a large, welcoming foyer as you enter through the front door. To the right of the foyer is the spacious dining room and the sun room, to the left is the large living room, with the library/den/family room facing east to the lake. The kitchen area, complete with a butler's pantry, opens up to a welcoming family room space overlooking the large, fenced backyard. Additionally, there is a full, finished basement with a full bath, workout area, rec room, laundry room, and storage space. Complete list of improvements and upgrades can be found under 'Additional Information'. Experience amazing sunrises over the lake from this very special offering!

Property Features
  • Fire Place
    • Family Room
    • Living Room
    • Wood Burning
    • Gas Log
    • Gas Starter
  • Parking
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Detached
    • Garage
  • Basement
    • Sump Pump
    • Finished
    • Full
  • Cooling Information
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Information
    • Natural Gas
  • House Interior
    • Entrance Foyer
School Information
School Information for 1136 Lake Shore Boulevard, Evanston, IL 60202
Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary School
Middle School
Nichols Middle School
High School
Evanston Twp High School
Listing Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Realty - 847-866-8200
Midwest Real Estate Data logo Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-02-26 11:21:13. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Last Updated: 2026-02-26 11:21:13
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