Discover timeless elegance at 225 Hamilton in Southeast Evanston, just steps from Lake Michigan, beaches, schools, trains, restaurants, and shops. Recently updated, this enchanting home blends classic architectural details with modern comforts, creating a space that feels both gracious and livable. The welcoming foyer, anchored by a brick fireplace, connects easily to every room on the main level. A sitting room or office features a coved ceiling and built-in cabinetry, while the living room-with its tiled fireplace-opens through French doors to a porch overlooking Stockham Place Park. The dining room, with its own fireplace and built-in oak buffet, offers a warm backdrop for gatherings. Function meets style in the butler’s pantry, complete with sink, second dishwasher, ice maker, and abundant cabinetry, leading to a light-filled kitchen with breakfast area. The home’s centerpiece is the beamed cathedral Great Room-dramatic yet comfortable-with a fireplace, bookcases, and soaring Palladian windows. It’s equally suited for entertaining or quiet family evenings. Upstairs, two beautifully renovated bathrooms complement private bedrooms, while the third floor offers flexible space for a guest suite, teen retreat, or creative studio. With its thoughtful layout and adaptable design, 225 Hamilton welcomes every generation, offering rooms that suit a variety of lifestyles and life stages. Outdoors, a bluestone patio and natural gardens provide a serene retreat within the fenced yard, complete with a two-car garage. 225 Hamilton delivers quintessential Southeast Evanston living-refined, inviting, and perfectly located.
Property Details
Price:
$2,095,000
MLS #:
MRD12411905
Status:
Active
Beds:
6
Baths:
6
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
evanston
Listed Date:
Jul 19, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
5,416
Year Built:
1894
Schools
School District:
202
Elementary School:
Dewey Elementary School
Middle School:
Nichols Middle School
High School:
Evanston Twp High School
Interior
Appliances
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity
Fireplaces Total
6
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Steam
Laundry Features
Sink
Exterior
Community Features
Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Brick, Cedar
Parking Features
Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Roof
Asphalt
Financial
HOA Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2023
Taxes
$30,331
Listing Agent & Office
Maxine Goldberg
Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore
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