This single-floor space offers a clean, functional layout with a straightforward and practical design. The main room is finished with wall-to-wall neutral carpet, creating a comfortable and quiet underfoot feel throughout. Two double-hung windows allow natural light to filter into the space while offering views of the surrounding urban streetscape, with a wall-mounted air conditioning unit positioned beneath them for climate control. A built-in open shelving unit is recessed into the wall, providing generous vertical storage with multiple shelves and a dedicated hanging rod section, making it well-suited for use as a bedroom or home office. The walls are finished in a clean off-white tone, contributing to a bright and airy atmosphere. The room's layout is notably open, offering flexible space for a variety of furniture configurations. The overall aesthetic is minimal and neutral, providing a blank canvas that can be easily personalized. The combination of built-in storage, natural light from dual windows, and open floor space makes this a versatile and practical living or working environment in an urban setting.
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Monthly Rent
$2,450 - $2,800
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Bedrooms
2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
1,000 sq ft
We are conveniently located in downtown Evanston within walking distance of Northwestern University, The Kellogg School and all that Evanston has to offer. This unique building offers Studio, 1-Bedroom and 2-Bedroom units in a comfortable and friendly living environment.
Highlights
- Walker's Paradise
- Bike-Friendly Area
- Walk-In Closets
- Controlled Access
- Elevator
- Property Manager on Site
Pricing & Floor Plans
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Utilities & Essentials
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Utility BundleCharged per unit.$60 - $125 / mo
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One-Time Basics
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Application Fee Per Applicant$50
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Due at Application
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Administrative FeeCharged per applicant.$250
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Garage Lot
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Parking FeeCharged per vehicle.$110 - $125 / mo
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Utilities Included
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Water
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Trash Removal
Property Information
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Built in 1959
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169 units/8 stories
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About 1500 Chicago Ave
We are conveniently located in downtown Evanston within walking distance of Northwestern University, The Kellogg School and all that Evanston has to offer. This unique building offers Studio, 1-Bedroom and 2-Bedroom units in a comfortable and friendly living environment.
1500 Chicago Ave is an apartment community located in Cook County and the 60201 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65 attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Controlled Access
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Walk-In Closets
Refrigerator
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
Evanston sits on the western shore of Lake Michigan directly north of Chicago, holding its own as a full-fledged city rather than simply a suburb in the shadow of its neighbor. Northwestern University, founded in 1851 and one of the country's leading research institutions, anchors much of the city's identity and shapes its intellectual energy. The broader economy draws corporate leadership as well, and Evanston's independent commercial corridors reflect a city that takes its own character seriously.
Distinct neighborhoods give the city real variety. Downtown near Davis Street buzzes with independent shops and transit access, the Main-Dempster Mile carries a more relaxed, arts-forward feel, and Central Street offers a quieter, small-town atmosphere with specialty retailers and historic architecture throughout the Ridge Historic District. The lakefront is never far, with beaches, parks, and the 1873 Grosse Point Lighthouse adding genuine texture to daily life.
Learn more about living in EvanstonCompare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Evanston | Evanston, IL | |
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| Studio | $1,970 | $1,725 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,477 | $1,916 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,356 | $2,566 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $5,125 | $3,680 |
- Package Service
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Fitness Center
- Bicycle Storage
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 2pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 6.8 mi |
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Transportation options available in Evanston include Dempster Station, located 0.3 mile from 1500 Chicago Ave. 1500 Chicago Ave is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 15.7 miles or 29 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 25.0 miles or 38 minutes away.
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Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.9 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 29 min | 15.7 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 38 min | 25.0 mi |
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Transit measures access to public transportation.
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
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Merrick Rose Garden
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
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Shakespeare Garden
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Dearborn Observatory
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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Grosse Point Lighthouse
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Ladd Arboretum and Evanston Ecology Center
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.8 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 32 min | 17.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 35 min | 24.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 59 min | 37.4 mi |
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1500 Chicago Ave
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2 BR, 1 BA 1,000sf
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While 1500 Chicago Ave does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.
Select utilities are included in rent at 1500 Chicago Ave, including gas, water, heat, and trash removal. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Parking is available at 1500 Chicago Ave for $110 - $125 / mo. Contact this property for details.
1500 Chicago Ave has two-bedrooms apartments renting for $2,450/mo.
1500 Chicago Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,450 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $98,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
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1500 Chicago Ave
Evanston, IL 60201