811 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
What This House Offers
Sunny 2-bedroom,2-bath condo for rent in lively southeast Evanston with excellent space and a convenient Main Street location. This elevator building home features a gas fireplace,private balcony,central air,in-unit washer and dryer,generous closets,and updated finishes. An indoor garage spot for parking is gold year-round but especially in the winter and storage is right next to the spot. Transit is exceptionally easy: the CTA Purple Line and Metra Train,Northwestern University shuttle stop,and local Pace bus are all nearby,along with the Chicago Avenue bike corridor. The incredible Evanston parks,beaches and Lake Michigan trails are within walking distance. In the heart of the Main-Dempster Mile - one of the strongest and most unique business communities full of local owned bakeries,coffee shops,pie shops,restaurants,newsstands,record and books shops,rock shops,wine and brewery hang outs in the Midwest. Don't miss this one. District 65 and ETHS,and private schools in neighborhood. Convenient to NU and Loyola. Fees applicants should expect: application to a third-party vendor for credit check,one month security deposit,$450 move-in fee to the HOA with up to $300 refundable after move in completed. MLS# MRD12751085
Unit
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Community Features
- Garages
811 Chicago Ave 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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Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1998
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Condominium
- Entry on the 7th floor
Interior Spaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 1100 Sq Ft Home
- 8-Story Property
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Nichols Middle School
- Evanston Twp High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Lake Michigan Water
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $2,800
- Property Available on 2026-10-01
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes water, parking, scavenger, exterior maintenance, lawn care, storage lockers, snow removal
Community Details
Overview
- 62 Units
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Evanston, IL 60202
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable
Transit
Exceptional public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Moderately 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
5 min Walk
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Walk
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Airport
26 min Drive
Airport
36 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Lincoln Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Nichols Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Gale Elementary Community Academy
Grades PK-8
Public
Pope John XXIII School
Grades PK-8
Private
Evanston Twp High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Rice Childrens Center (Residential)
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Northwestern Univ., Evanston | Drive: 5 min (2.2 mi) |
| Loyola University, Lakeshore | Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi) |
| Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus | Drive: 9 min (4.7 mi) |
| Northeastern Ill. Univ. | Drive: 12 min (5.8 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 811 Chicago Ave proximity to Southpoint Plaza and Dempster & Chicago Plaza. Southpoint Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and Dempster & Chicago Plaza is within a 12 minute walk.
Commuting
With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 90, Evanston is exceptional public transit. Within 3.2 miles of 811 Chicago Ave, you’ll find Main Street Station, South Boulevard Station, and Dempster Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 811 Chicago Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Merrick Rose Garden, Touhy Park, and Shakespeare Garden.
Airports
Living in Evanston provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 27 minutes from 811 Chicago Ave. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 23.8 miles away.
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