lands for sale Cook County, United States

This 4960 Sq Ft (40-Ft x 124-Ft) cleared lot is ready to build! Zoned R2 for single family house (35-Ft Ht); Variance granted in 2020 for a single family home. Unique opportunity for a dream home on a quiet residential tree-lined street. Lot has alley access for 2.5 car garage, coach house & roof garden. Next door at 1617 is an outstanding Scandia-Midcentury Modern ranch home. Imagine combining these two properties to create your own Villa! Walking distance to many playground parks, including the impressive James Park (Outdoor Starlight Concert & Movie Series) with athletic fields & gardens, Levy Center & artsy Sculpture Park. Abundant shopping & dining within short distance in all directions, (eg., Jewel, Target, PetSmart, Home Depot, CVS, Hamachi Sushi & Chinese, Olive Garden, Mariano's, etc.) Desirable Dawes Elementary School & award-winning Evanston Township HS. Lovely small SW Evanston neighborhood is a hidden gem beloved by its residence. Bus to el red, purple & yellow lines. Close to Robert Crown Community Ctr. & Library, Lake Michigan, Northwestern University, easy commute to City & access to I-94. Modern Mid-Century home is beautifully updated; is light-filled, airy, spacious & one-of-a-kind. Dream of your own home with private outdoor spaces of lush greenery, organic vegetables & lovely floral garden with an active play area. Newly installed custom hardscape for outdoor entertainment. A dream come true, your very own sanctuary!

LUXURY PROPERTY AUCTION: BID 15 NOVEMBER–3 DECEMBER. Listed for $4.729M. Starting Bids Expected Between $1.8M–$2.8M. A stunning fusion of lakeside serenity and bespoke luxury, this exceptional estate offers an unparalleled living experience. Owned by the renowned science fiction author Andy Weir, this property was expertly redesigned and renovated from the ground up by award-winning architects Benvenuti & Stein and Karl Straussburger. The property sits on a private peninsula with 111 feet of pristine lakefront, one of only 14 properties with exclusive riparian rights. Inside, elegance meets modern convenience with an open floor plan, newly built unused kitchen, and a sunroom adorned with 100-year-old barn wood and heated floors. Enjoy alfresco dining on the expansive brick patio, gather around the fire pit on cool evenings, or simply take in the serene lake views from the lush, landscaped backyard, which offers plenty of space for a future pool or sport court. The floating dock provides direct access to the lake for fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, or even winter ice skating, while a custom-built retaining wall ensures the shoreline remains intact for years to come. Every detail has been meticulously curated, from the grand foyer to the multiple custom-designed offices and luxurious en suite bedrooms, making this home the perfect retreat for those seeking beauty, comfort, and exclusivity.