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Last sold for $284,500 on Nov 9, 2022

1920 EMERSON ST

EVANSTON, IL 60201
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,262 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.
3,125 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1883
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$284,500 · Nov 9, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,329 (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.$13,750 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,750
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$137,500

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.37
14
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.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Two Family
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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
Foster Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Haven Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Evanston Township High School District 202

Neighborhood · ZIP 60201These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,064
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,348 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,018
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,971
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

1920 Emerson 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.

  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Among the oldest homes in Cook County

How it measures up in Evanston 60201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60201.

Living area2,262 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3,125 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1883
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 1920 Emerson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60201Cook County
Living areabigger than2,262 ft²71% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,125 ft²6% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than18832% of homesalmost no homes

About 1920 Emerson St

When did 1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL last sell?

1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL last sold on Nov 9, 2022 for $284,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL?

1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,262 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL built?

1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL was built in 1883, making it 143 years old. It is a two family home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL?

1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL is assigned to Foster Elementary School (elementary); Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+; Haven Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Evanston Township High School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60201?

Among the 11,334 homes in Evanston 60201, it is bigger than 71% of them (2,262 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,125 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1883 against a typical 1938). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1920 Emerson St, Evanston, IL was $3,329. The county assessed it at $13,750.

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