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$498,369$491 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $346,500 on Oct 5, 2016

1203 MONROE ST

EVANSTON, IL 60202
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,016 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$498K
$461K low$535K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$346,500 · Oct 5, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,489 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$44,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,001
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$440,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1917
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Oakton Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Chute Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60202These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,134
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,248 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,510
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,555
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

1203 Monroe St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Evanston 60202
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Evanston 60202
  • Older than 86% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Evanston 60202

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$164K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Evanston 60202.

How it measures up in Evanston 60202

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60202.

Estimated value$498,369
CheaperTypical $402,114Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$491
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,016 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,407 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size3,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 1203 Monroe St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60202Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$498,36966% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49195% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,016 ft²22% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,750 ft²12% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than191619% of homes14% of homes

About 1203 Monroe St

How much is 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL is $498,369 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $461,273 to $535,465. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL last sell?

1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL last sold on Oct 5, 2016 for $346,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL?

1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,016 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL built?

1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL?

1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL is assigned to Oakton Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Chute Middle School (middle), rated B; Evanston Township High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60202?

Among the 9,768 homes in Evanston 60202, it is worth more than 66% of them ($498,369 against a typical $402,114), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($491 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,016 ft² against a typical 1,407 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (3,750 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1916 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 76% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1203 Monroe St, Evanston, IL was $9,489. The county assessed it at $44,000.

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