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Gaffield's

721 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL, 60201
Gaffield's

YEAR BUILT

1918

# STORIES

3

# TOTAL UNITS

3

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,150-1,250 sqft

Description

Gaffield's, located at 721 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL, is a charming 3-story building steeped in history, having been constructed in 1918. This architectural gem stands as a testament to early 20th-century design, showcasing timeless construction elements such as brick facades and classic window designs. Despite the absence of waterfront views, Gaffield's is ideally situated near urban conveniences that make up for its inland location. The building features spacious residential units, accommodating diverse housing needs. While the amenities within the building remain minimal, its proximity to local parks, public transportation, and community centers offers ample opportunities for recreation and daily conveniences. The surrounding neighborhood boasts tree-lined streets and a mixture of historic and modern architecture, providing a walkable environment that encourages exploration. Residents at Gaffield's benefit from access to nearby schools, shops, and dining options, making it a practical choice for those seeking a blend of history and modernity. Gaffield's stands as a reminder of the rich architectural heritage of its area, offering a unique living experience grounded in character and urban lifestyle.

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Gaffield's

721 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL, 60201


Gaffield's

YEAR BUILT

1918

# STORIES

3

# TOTAL UNITS

3

UNIT SIZE RANGE

1,150-1,250 sqft

Description

Gaffield's, located at 721 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL, is a charming 3-story building steeped in history, having been constructed in 1918. This architectural gem stands as a testament to early 20th-century design, showcasing timeless construction elements such as brick facades and classic window designs. Despite the absence of waterfront views, Gaffield's is ideally situated near urban conveniences that make up for its inland location. The building features spacious residential units, accommodating diverse housing needs. While the amenities within the building remain minimal, its proximity to local parks, public transportation, and community centers offers ample opportunities for recreation and daily conveniences. The surrounding neighborhood boasts tree-lined streets and a mixture of historic and modern architecture, providing a walkable environment that encourages exploration. Residents at Gaffield's benefit from access to nearby schools, shops, and dining options, making it a practical choice for those seeking a blend of history and modernity. Gaffield's stands as a reminder of the rich architectural heritage of its area, offering a unique living experience grounded in character and urban lifestyle.

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Description

Gaffield's, located at 721 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL, is a charming 3-story building steeped in history, having been constructed in 1918. This architectural gem stands as a testament to early 20th-century design, showcasing timeless construction elements such as brick facades and classic window designs. Despite the absence of waterfront views, Gaffield's is ideally situated near urban conveniences that make up for its inland location. The building features spacious residential units, accommodating diverse housing needs. While the amenities within the building remain minimal, its proximity to local parks, public transportation, and community centers offers ample opportunities for recreation and daily conveniences. The surrounding neighborhood boasts tree-lined streets and a mixture of historic and modern architecture, providing a walkable environment that encourages exploration. Residents at Gaffield's benefit from access to nearby schools, shops, and dining options, making it a practical choice for those seeking a blend of history and modernity. Gaffield's stands as a reminder of the rich architectural heritage of its area, offering a unique living experience grounded in character and urban lifestyle.

Gaffield's Key Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price-

Avg. Sale Price$215,000($180/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%

Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings0 Listed

Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market52 days

Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly
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Key Stats

Year over year list price0.00%

Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings0 Listed

Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market52 days

Average HOA fees per sqft$2 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

Low
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Medium
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

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Gaffield's Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 22120021522024-08-20
MLS#: 12097959
Closed$215,000
Unit 331200211192020-06-09
MLS#: 10628393
Closed$183,000
Unit 11120021362019-04-26
MLS#: 10316067
Closed$190,000
Unit 1
1

2 Beds

1 Baths

1200 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2019-04-26Closed$190,000
MLS#: 10316067
Days On Market36
Unit 2
2

2 Beds

1 Baths

1200 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2024-08-20Closed$215,000
MLS#: 12097959
Days On Market52
Unit 3
3

2 Beds

1 Baths

1200 sqft


DateStatusPrice
2020-06-09Closed$183,000
MLS#: 10628393
Days On Market119
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Amenities

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
-
Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Storage

Storage

Policies

Pet Allowed
Check
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

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Nearby Schools

Gaffield's is located near 23+ schools throughout Evanston. Schools within a 2-mile radius provide dependable access for families. Convenient proximity supports smoother daily routines. This location enhances residential comfort.

Midwest Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
926 Noyes St|0.25 miles away

Beacon Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1574 Sherman Ave|0.66 miles away

Orrington Elementary School

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
2636 Orrington Ave|0.68 miles away

Roycemore School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
1200 Davis St|0.77 miles away

Kingsway Preparatory School

--
Private|Grades PK–4
2010 Dewey Ave|0.79 miles away

Kingsley Elementary School

B
Public|Grades KG–5
2300 Green Bay Rd|0.83 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Gaffield's is located near 23+ schools throughout Evanston. Schools within a 2-mile radius provide dependable access for families. Convenient proximity supports smoother daily routines. This location enhances residential comfort.

Midwest Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–KG
926 Noyes St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Beacon Academy

--
Private|Grades 9–12
1574 Sherman Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Orrington Elementary School

A+
Public|Grades KG–5
2636 Orrington Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Roycemore School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
1200 Davis St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kingsway Preparatory School

--
Private|Grades PK–4
2010 Dewey Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kingsley Elementary School

B
Public|Grades KG–5
2300 Green Bay Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Dewey Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
1551 Wesley Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Haven Middle School

C-
Public|Grades 6–8
2417 Prairie Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Chiaravalle Montessori School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
425 Dempster St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Baker Demonstration School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
201 Sheridan Rd|1.03 Miles Away

Evanston Township High School

A-
Public|Grades 9–12
1600 Dodge Ave|1.20 Miles Away

Nichols Middle School

B+
Public|Grades 6–8
800 Greenleaf St|1.29 Miles Away

Lincoln Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
910 Forest Ave|1.49 Miles Away

Lincolnwood Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades KG–5
2600 Colfax St|1.51 Miles Away

Park School

--
Public|Grades –
828 Main St|1.52 Miles Away

Washington Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades KG–5
914 Ashland Ave|1.59 Miles Away

Rice Childrens Center

--
Public|Grades 1–8
1101 Washington St|1.60 Miles Away

Eths Day School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
1233 Hartrey Ave|1.62 Miles Away

Joseph E Hill Education Center

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
1500 McDaniel Ave|1.62 Miles Away

St Francis Xavier School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
808 Linden Ave|1.62 Miles Away

Dr Ml King Jr Literary & Fine Arts School

B-
Public|Grades KG–8
2424 Lake St|1.65 Miles Away

Pope John XXIII School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
1120 Washington St|1.66 Miles Away

Central Elementary School

A+
Public|Grades KG–4
910 Central Ave|1.82 Miles Away

Transit

With nearby public transportation, Gaffield's offers strong connectivity across Evanston. Access to Bus, Metro, Rail within a 2-mile radius supports efficient commuting. Reliable transit routes improve travel convenience for residents. This location provides practical urban accessibility.

3rd / Central

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

3rd St & Central Ave

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

3rd St & Greenleaf Ave

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

4th St & Greenleaf Ave

1.46 miles away|28 min walk

4th St & Linden Ave

1.38 miles away|27 min walk

Ashland Ave & Simpson St

0.69 miles away|14 min walk
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Transit

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Description

With nearby public transportation, Gaffield's offers strong connectivity across Evanston. Access to Bus, Metro, Rail within a 2-mile radius supports efficient commuting. Reliable transit routes improve travel convenience for residents. This location provides practical urban accessibility.

3rd / Central

1.49 miles away|29 min walk

3rd St & Central Ave

1.48 miles away|29 min walk

3rd St & Greenleaf Ave

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

4th St & Greenleaf Ave

1.46 miles away|28 min walk

4th St & Linden Ave

1.38 miles away|27 min walk

Ashland Ave & Simpson St

0.69 miles away|14 min walk

Ashland & Payne Street

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

Ashland & Simpson

0.69 miles away|14 min walk

Central Ave & 10th St

1.83 miles away|36 min walk

Central Ave & 11th St

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

Central Ave & 12th St

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Central Ave & 4th St

1.54 miles away|30 min walk

Central Ave & 5th St

1.58 miles away|31 min walk

Central Ave & 6th St

1.62 miles away|32 min walk

Central Ave & 7th St

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

Central Ave & 8th St

1.71 miles away|33 min walk

Central Ave & 9th St

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

Central Ave & Wilmette Ave

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

Central & Orrington

0.57 miles away|11 min walk

Central (Purple)

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

Central-Purple

0.62 miles away|12 min walk

Central & Sheridan

0.59 miles away|12 min walk

Central St.

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

Central Street & Asbury

0.72 miles away|14 min walk

Central Street & Ashland

0.89 miles away|18 min walk

Central Street & Bennett

1.64 miles away|32 min walk

Central Street & Broadway/Poplar

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

Central Street & Central Park

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

Central Street & Eastwood

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

Central Street & Ewing

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

Central Street & Girard (Purple Line)

0.63 miles away|13 min walk

Central Street & Green Bay Rd

1.1 miles away|21 min walk

Central Street & Hartrey

1.3 miles away|25 min walk

Central Street & Jackson

0.83 miles away|16 min walk

Central Street & Lincolnwood

1.86 miles away|36 min walk

Central Street & McDaniel

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Central Street & Reese

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

Central Street & Ridge

0.59 miles away|12 min walk

Central Street & Sherman

0.57 miles away|11 min walk

Central Street & Walnut

1.36 miles away|27 min walk

Chicago Ave & Dempster St

1 miles away|20 min walk

Chicago Ave & Greenleaf St

1.25 miles away|24 min walk

Chicago Ave & Grove St

0.76 miles away|15 min walk

Chicago Ave & Hamilton St

1.15 miles away|23 min walk

Chicago Ave & Kedzie St

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Chicago Ave & Lake St

0.79 miles away|16 min walk

Chicago Ave & Madison St

1.65 miles away|32 min walk

Chicago Ave & Main St

1.5 miles away|29 min walk

Chicago Avenue & Church

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

Chicago Avenue & Davis

0.66 miles away|13 min walk

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Gaffield's Demographics

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 10.18% are children aged 0–14, 48.62% are young adults between 15–29, 12.36% are adults aged 30–44, 10.56% are in the 45–59 range and 18.28% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 38.6% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 14.66%, walking around 22.49%, biking around 3.94%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 61.99% of units are rented and 38.01% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 21.22% are single family homes and 3.34% are multi family units. Around 40.32% are single-person households, while 59.68% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 33.97% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 9.6% have high school or college education. Another 4.47% hold diplomas while 40.81% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 11.15% with other types of qualifications.

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Demographics Description

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 10.18% are children aged 0–14, 48.62% are young adults between 15–29, 12.36% are adults aged 30–44, 10.56% are in the 45–59 range and 18.28% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 38.6% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 14.66%, walking around 22.49%, biking around 3.94%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 61.99% of units are rented and 38.01% are owner occupied. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 21.22% are single family homes and 3.34% are multi family units. Around 40.32% are single-person households, while 59.68% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 33.97% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 9.6% have high school or college education. Another 4.47% hold diplomas while 40.81% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 11.15% with other types of qualifications.

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

10.18%

15–29 Years

48.62%

30–44 Years

12.36%

45–59 Years

10.56%

60+ Years

18.28%

Commute

14.66%

Transit

22.49%

Walk

38.6%

Drive

3.94%

Bike

Housing Ownership

38.01%

Owner Occupied

61.99%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
21.22%
Multi Family
3.34%
Single Person
40.32%
Multi Person
59.68%

Average Income

Household:$8,060,703.61 /yr

Individual:$4,864,107.75 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree33.97%
High School College9.6%
Diploma4.47%
Post Graduate40.81%
Others11.15%
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Education

Diploma4.47%
Post Graduate40.81%
Others11.15%
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