
1235.5 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
What This House Offers
Tucked quietly behind 1235 Ridge Ave,this standalone coach house offers rare detached privacy and exceptional multi-level space in the heart of Evanston. The... main level opens to a fully equipped kitchen,dedicated dining and living areas,and a convenient powder room. Upstairs,four light-filled bedrooms are anchored by a flexible family room-ideal for a spacious home office,studio,or additional media lounge. Designed for independent living,this versatile home seamlessly blends vintage charm with modern utility. This home features dedicated off-street parking and in-unit laundry. With Northwestern University,local dining,boutique shops,parks,and CTA/Metra transit lines just moments away,you get all the perks of vibrant town living with the peace of a private retreat. MLS# MRD12720105
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Unit
- $3,500 / month
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1600 sq. ft.
- Available Now
1235.5 Ridge Ave is a single-family home for rent in Evanston, IL
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1903
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 1600 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Flooring
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1.5 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Parking
- Parking Available
- Parking Included in Price
- 2 Parking Spaces
Schools
- Washington Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Radiator
- No Cooling
- Lake Michigan Water
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,500
- Property Available on 2026-07-30
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes water, parking, scavenger, exterior maintenance
Community Details
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Evanston, IL 60202

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Area Scores
Walkability
Very walkable80 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Very bikeable80 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active69 / 100
Travel and Transit




Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Washington Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Nichols Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Gale Elementary Community Academy
Grades PK-8
Public
Evanston Twp High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Roycemore School
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Northwestern Univ., Evanston
Drive: 5 min (1.8 mi)
Loyola University, Lakeshore
Drive: 9 min (4.3 mi)
Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus
Drive: 9 min (5.1 mi)
Northeastern Ill. Univ.
Drive: 12 min (6.1 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1235.5 Ridge Ave proximity to Dempster & Chicago Plaza, 1459-1463 Elmwood Ave, and 618-628 Grove St. Dempster & Chicago Plaza is 0.4 miles away, and 1459-1463 Elmwood Ave is within a 9 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 1235.5 Ridge Ave has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3 miles. Transit options include Dempster Station and Davis Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1235.5 Ridge Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including Merrick Rose Garden, Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park, and Shakespeare Garden.
Airports
Living in Evanston provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 28 minutes from 1235.5 Ridge Ave. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 24.3 miles away.
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