800 Elgin Rd, Evanston, IL 60201
What This House Offers
Incredible Rental Opportunity at Optima Horizons! High Floor Corner Unit w/ Floor To Ceiling Windows & Panoramic Views of Lake & City Skyline! NEW Paint t/o 2026! Sleek Open Floor Plan w/ 2 Bedrooms,2 Full Bathrooms,a Private Covered Balcony & 1-Car Heated Garage Included! Updated Kitchen w/ Island Breakfast Bar,Granite Countertops,All Stainless Steel Appliances,Pendant Lighting & Ceramic Tile Flooring! In-Unit Laundry! Secure Elevator Building w/ Doorman,Pool,Sundeck,Exercise Facilities & Party Room! Cable for TV included! Fantastic Evanston Location close to Northwestern University,Clark Street Beach,Lake Michigan,METRA,CTA,Restaurants & Shops. MLS# MRD12761876
Unit
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Garages
800 Elgin Rd is a single-family home for rent in Evanston, IL
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Garage
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Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 2005
- Condominium
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
- Entry on the 14th floor
Interior Spaces
- Elevator
- L-Shaped Dining Room
- Living Room
- Storage
- Family Room
- Above Grade Finished SF
- Total Sq Ft (Finished and Unfinished Spaces)
- 16-Story Property
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Ceramic Tile
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Fire Sprinkler System
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Lot Details
- End Unit
Schools
- Dewey Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
- Lake Michigan Water
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-07-01
- 24 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes cable TV, heat, water, pool, scavenger, doorman, exterior maintenance, lawn care, storage lockers, snow removal, internet
Community Details
Overview
- 248 Units
- Optima Horizons Subdivision
Amenities
- Doorman
- Party Room
- Sundeck
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Fitness Center
- Community Indoor Pool
- Community Spa
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
Security
- On-Site Manager or Management
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What's nearby 800 Elgin Rd
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Evanston, IL 60201
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Good public transit
Driveability
Somewhat drivable
Bikeability
Very bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
1 min Drive
Commuter Rail
4 min Drive
Airport
29 min Drive
Airport
39 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Dewey 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: 3 min (0.9 mi) |
| Loyola University, Lakeshore | Drive: 10 min (4.8 mi) |
| Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus | Drive: 11 min (5.8 mi) |
| Northeastern Ill. Univ. | Drive: 14 min (6.9 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 800 Elgin Rd proximity to Church Street Plaza and Church Street Station. Church Street Plaza is 0.2 miles away, and Church Street Station is within a 5 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 800 Elgin Rd has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.8 miles. Transit options include Davis Station and Foster Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 800 Elgin Rd are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Shakespeare Garden, Merrick Rose Garden, and Dearborn Observatory.
Airports
Living in Evanston provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 29 minutes from 800 Elgin Rd. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 25.2 miles away.
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