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Emerson Apartments
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Emerson Apartments
1235-1237 Emerson St,
Evanston,
IL
60201
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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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Built in 1894
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5 units/2 stories
1235-1237 Emerson St,
Evanston,
IL
60201
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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.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 25 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 6.5 mi |
Emerson Apartments is within 25 minutes or 1.3 miles from Northwestern Univ., Evanston. It is also near Loyola University, Lakeshore and Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
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Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
222 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
239 Students
Nearby
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Transportation options available in Evanston include Foster Station, located 0.5 mile from Emerson Apartments. Emerson Apartments is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.8 miles or 28 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 25.0 miles or 38 minutes away.
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Walk: | 8 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Walk: | 20 min | 1.0 mi |
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Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.7 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 2.0 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.8 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 28 min | 14.8 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 38 min | 25.0 mi |
Walkability Near Emerson Apartments
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Exceptionally Walkable
Walkability
90
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Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Walk: | 6 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi |
Emerson Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Merrick Rose Garden
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Walk: | 13 min | 0.7 mi |
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Ladd Arboretum and Evanston Ecology Center
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Shakespeare Garden
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
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Dearborn Observatory
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Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi |
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Grosse Point Lighthouse
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.3 mi |
Emerson Apartments has 5 parks within 1.3 miles, including Merrick Rose Garden, Ladd Arboretum and Evanston Ecology Center, and Shakespeare Garden.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 5.8 mi |
Emerson Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.8 miles, the nearest is NorthShore University HealthSystem - Evanston Hospital which is 1.0 miles away and a 19 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 29 min | 16.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 32 min | 23.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 58 min | 36.5 mi |
Emerson Apartments has 3 military bases within 36.5 miles, the nearest is US Military Reservation Elk Grove which is 16.3 miles away and a 29 minute drive.
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Does Emerson Apartments have in-unit laundry?
Emerson Apartments does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
What utilities are included in rent at Emerson Apartments?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at Emerson Apartments?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is Emerson Apartments pet-friendly?
Emerson Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does Emerson Apartments have move-in specials?
Emerson Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does Emerson Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?
While Emerson Apartments does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
1235-1237 Emerson St
Evanston, IL 60201
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