Welcome to 3131 Central Street, a beautifully maintained Evanston home that combines classic character with thoughtful modern updates. Featuring three bedrooms and one and a half baths, this residence offers warm and inviting living spaces perfect for today's lifestyle. Step inside to find beautiful white oak wood floors throughout, adding warmth and elegance to every room. The kitchen includes a brand-new oven (installed October 2025) and connects conveniently to an updated powder room, perfect for guests and everyday use. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and a full bath. The finished basement provides valuable additional living space - perfect for a home gym, playroom, or media room and includes a washer and dryer for your convenience. Recent updates ensure peace of mind and low maintenance, including a new roof (2020) and a sump pump (2023). Enjoy outdoor living in the fully fenced backyard, ideal for entertaining, gardening, or simply unwinding. The home also features an exterior parking pad for easy off-street parking. Located in a desirable Evanston neighborhood, you'll appreciate being close to shops, restaurants, schools, and parks - all while enjoying the comfort of a move-in ready home with modern touches and lasting charm. Don't miss the opportunity to make this wonderful home yours - move right in and enjoy the best of Evanston living!
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
 - Bedrooms Possible: 3
 - Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 13' x 13'
 - Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12' x 11'
 - Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12' x 9'
 - Primary Bedroom Level: Second
 - Bedroom 2 Level: Second
 - Bedroom 3 Level: Second
 
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
 - No additional rooms
 - Basement Features: Partially Finished, Full
 - Family Room Dimensions: 19' x 16'
 - Living Room Dimensions: 19' x 15'
 - Family Room Level: Basement
 - Living Room Level: Main
 
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
 - Full Bathrooms: 1
 - 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
 
Interior Features
- Storage
 - Flooring: Hardwood
 
Appliances
- Range
 - Microwave
 - Dishwasher
 - Refrigerator
 - Washer
 - Dryer
 - Disposal
 - Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
 - Laundry Features: In Unit
 
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
 - Heating Features: Natural Gas, Forced Air
 - Heating: Yes
 - Number of Fireplaces: 0
 
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Dimensions: 11' x 9'
 - Dining Room Level: Main
 - Kitchen Dimensions: 12' x 8'
 - Kitchen Level: Main
 
Exterior and Lot Features
- Fencing: Fenced
 - Other Structures: Shed(s)
 - Patio And Porch Features: Patio
 - Patio: Yes
 
Land Info
- Lot Size Dimensions: 25 X 118
 
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Off Alley, Yes, Owned
 - Parking Total: 2
 
School Information
- Elementary School: Willard Elementary School
 - Elementary School District: 65
 - High School: Evanston Twp High School
 - High School District: 202
 - Middle School: Haven Middle School
 - School District: 202
 - Middle or Junior School District: 65
 
Homeowners Association
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
 - Cats Allowed: Yes
 - Dogs Allowed: Yes
 
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 7428
 - Source Listing Status: Active
 - County: Cook
 - Directions: West of Central Park, North of Golf, East of Crawford.
 - Tax Year: 2023
 - Ownership: Fee Simple
 - Source Property Type: Residential
 - Area: Evanston
 - Property Subtype: townhouse
 - Source Neighborhood: Evanston
 - Parcel Number: 05334250150000
 - Township: Evanston
 - Property Subtype: Attached Single
 
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1364
 - Year Built: 1963
 - Common Walls: End Unit
 - Construction Materials: Brick
 - Entry Level: 1
 - Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
 - Living Area Source: Assessor
 - Roof: Rubber
 - Building Total Stories: 2
 - Structure Type: T3-Townhouse 3+ Stories, Townhouse-TriLevel
 - Total Area Sqft: 1364
 
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
 - Sewer: Public Sewer
 - Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
 
Accessibility Features
Home Features
- Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump