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Condo Active Under Contract
840 Michigan Avenue unit: 9
Evanston, Illinois 60202
Cook CountyCommunity:
$489,900
2 br, 2.0 bath
1400 sq. ft.
0.000 acres
**Multiple offers have been received. Seller requests final and best offers by Tuesday at 6:00 PM *****Rare Evanston townhouse with a private, fenced ground-level terrace just a block from Lake Michigan.. Designed by renowned architect David Hovey, this award-winning Landmark Optima building-the first of its kind-is located within the Evanston Lakeshore National Register Historic District. This light-filled tri-level townhouse is one of the few residences in Southeast Evanston to offer a private, fenced ground-level outdoor terrace, ideal for entertaining, relaxing, and pet-friendly living. Sliding doors from the main level open directly to the terrace, creating effortless indoor-outdoor flow. The open main level features a spacious living and dining area with a wood-burning fireplace and a brand-new, thoughtfully designed kitchen with honed quartzite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, and all-new Frigidaire Gallery appliances. Luxury vinyl plank flooring and new lighting adds a modern comfort. The upper level offers a generous two-bedroom layout including a primary suite, private powder room, full hall bath, in-unit laundry, and serene treetop views through expansive windows. The finished lower level provides flexible space ideal for a home office, guest area, gym, or media room. Unit has direct access to a heated underground garage with one parking space. All-electric and energy-efficient with a heat-pump HVAC system and energy-efficient windows. Rentals permitted. Pet-friendly community. Ideally located steps from Lake Michigan beaches, parks, shops, dining, CTA, Metra, and the Northwestern shuttle.
Interior:
- Bedrooms: 2
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq Ft: 1400
- Year Built: 1985
- Utilities:
- Fireplaces: Has Fireplace
- Stories: 4
- Heat/AC: Heat Pump (Heating), Electric (Heating)
- Garage: Open, Driveway, Garage, Off Alley
Exterior:
- Lot Size: 0.000 acre
- Lot Dimensions:
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- Yard:
- Siding: Brick
- Roof:
- Property Taxes: $7,214
- MLS #: 12532237
- Unit Number: 9
Contact Information:
Listing Agent: Tara Lubin, RE/MAX Top Performers, 847-295-0800, 847-295-0800
Listing Site, Listing Status: Active Under Contract
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Copyright © 2025 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Ad Number: 6971875
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Updated: Jan 16, 2026

