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Monthly Rent
$3,600
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Bedrooms
3 bd
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Bathrooms
2 ba
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Square Feet
1,600 sq ft
FURNISHED Evanston 2nd Floor Spacious Duplex Unit 3BR/2BTH, ~1600 sq ft This gorgeous, large, sunny, second-floor walk-up is move-in ready! Just under 2 miles from Northwestern University and directly across from Evanston Township High School it is perfect for faculty, professionals, students or a family. We are even pet friendly! Featuring hardwood floors, large bright windows, and new stainless-steel appliances, the space is welcoming yet elegant. Enjoy the comfort of central air and heat, a Nest thermostat, in-unit washer/dryer, and video doorbell security. Extra perks include ground-floor storage for bikes, strollers, or carts, plus a backyard with patio table, firepit and grill access. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, yet walkable to grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops. There are parks, trails and beaches all within a mile, most just blocks away. Transit is a breeze with bus lines within 2 blocks, CTA/Metra trains less than a mile away, and a bike path right outside your door. Highlights: Spacious 1600 sq ft layout with hardwood floors In-unit washer & dryer + new stainless steel appliances Central air/heat, Nest thermostat, video doorbell Backyard with grill & secure ground-level storage Walk to shops, restaurants, beach/parks, & transit connections Rent is $3600/month, with a $3000 (refundable) security deposit and $600 (non-refundable) move-in fee; rent includes an annual parking permit on the street for one car (with one-year lease), plus water, trash and sewer fees, and all lawn maintenance and snow removal. For a short-term lease (3-9 months), rent is $3900 but includes all utilities (electric, gas, water/trash/sewer, high speed 5G internet Wi-Fi, and one Xumo streaming box. See photos.
Highlights
- Furnished Units Available
- Bay Window
- Tennis Court
- Yard
- Fenced Lot
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Gated
- Grill
- 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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One-Time Basics
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Due at Move-In
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Move-In FeeNon-refundable Charged per unit.$600
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Due at Move-In
Pet policies are negotiable.
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Dogs
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 1. Charged per pet.$0
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Pet DepositMax of 1. Charged per pet.$0
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 1. Charged per pet.$50 / mo
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Cats
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One-Time Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$0
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Pet DepositMax of 2. Charged per pet.$0
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Monthly Pet FeeMax of 2. Charged per pet.$50 / 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.
Details
Utilities Included
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Water
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Trash Removal
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Sewer
Lease Options
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3 - 12 Month Leases
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Short term lease
Property Information
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Built in 1926
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2 units/2 stories
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Furnished Units Available
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Property License Number: 26RRA-00826
About Lake Street Penthouse
FURNISHED Evanston 2nd Floor Spacious Duplex Unit 3BR/2BTH, ~1600 sq ft This gorgeous, large, sunny, second-floor walk-up is move-in ready! Just under 2 miles from Northwestern University and directly across from Evanston Township High School it is perfect for faculty, professionals, students or a family. We are even pet friendly! Featuring hardwood floors, large bright windows, and new stainless-steel appliances, the space is welcoming yet elegant. Enjoy the comfort of central air and heat, a Nest thermostat, in-unit washer/dryer, and video doorbell security. Extra perks include ground-floor storage for bikes, strollers, or carts, plus a backyard with patio table, firepit and grill access. The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet, yet walkable to grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops. There are parks, trails and beaches all within a mile, most just blocks away. Transit is a breeze with bus lines within 2 blocks, CTA/Metra trains less than a mile away, and a bike path right outside your door. Highlights: Spacious 1600 sq ft layout with hardwood floors In-unit washer & dryer + new stainless steel appliances Central air/heat, Nest thermostat, video doorbell Backyard with grill & secure ground-level storage Walk to shops, restaurants, beach/parks, & transit connections Rent is $3600/month, with a $3000 (refundable) security deposit and $600 (non-refundable) move-in fee; rent includes an annual parking permit on the street for one car (with one-year lease), plus water, trash and sewer fees, and all lawn maintenance and snow removal. For a short-term lease (3-9 months), rent is $3900 but includes all utilities (electric, gas, water/trash/sewer, high speed 5G internet Wi-Fi, and one Xumo streaming box. See photos.
Lake Street Penthouse 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.
Unique Features
- Nest Thermostat, Video Doorbell
Contact
Community Amenities
Furnished Units Available
Playground
Recycling
Grill
- Wi-Fi
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Recycling
- Grocery Service
- Composting
- Public Transportation
- Walk-Up
- Playground
- Tennis Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
- Grill
- Private Bathroom
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Granite Countertops
Yard
Microwave
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Framed Mirrors
- Vacuum System
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Coffee System
- Gas Range
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- Dining Room
- Bay Window
- Linen Closet
- Furnished
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Patio
- Yard
- Lawn
- Grill
- Garden
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 Evanston- Wi-Fi
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Furnished Units Available
- Trash Pickup - Curbside
- Recycling
- Grocery Service
- Composting
- Public Transportation
- Walk-Up
- Gated
- Fenced Lot
- Grill
- Playground
- Tennis Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Private Bathroom
- Nest Thermostat, Video Doorbell
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Framed Mirrors
- Vacuum System
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Coffee System
- Gas Range
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- Dining Room
- Bay Window
- Linen Closet
- Furnished
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Patio
- Yard
- Lawn
- Grill
- Garden
| Monday | 12am - 12am |
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| Tuesday | 12am - 12am |
| Wednesday | 12am - 12am |
| Thursday | 12am - 12am |
| Friday | 12am - 12am |
| Saturday | 12am - 12am |
| Sunday | 12am - 12am |
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 11 min | 5.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.6 mi |
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Transportation options available in Evanston include Dempster Station, located 1.2 miles from Lake Street Penthouse. Lake Street Penthouse is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.2 miles or 27 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 19.9 miles or 38 minutes away.
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.6 mi |
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Chicago O'Hare International
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Drive: | 27 min | 14.2 mi |
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Chicago Midway International
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Drive: | 38 min | 19.9 mi |
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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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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 9 min | 0.5 mi | |
| Walk: | 10 min | 0.6 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Merrick Rose Garden
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Ladd Arboretum and Evanston Ecology Center
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.1 mi |
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Pooch Park
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.8 mi |
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Skokie's Central Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi |
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 4.9 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 31 min | 16.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 35 min | 23.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 57 min | 35.9 mi |
Lake Street Penthouse Photos
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Lake Street Penthouse
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Master Bedroom with Queen bed, dresser, two nightstands, two lamps, and two closets.
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Second Bedroom with Full bed, nightstand, accent chair, desk and rolling chair, cabinet and closet.
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Third Bedroom with LED Queen bed, nightstand, desk and chair, accent chair, file cabinet, and shelf.
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Living Room with leather sofa and armchair, antique rocking chair, large TV, floor lamps, & credenza
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Full Kitchen with new SS dishwasher, gas stove, over-range microwave, and granite countertops.
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In-unit washer and dryer and new SS refrigerator with water and ice dispenser.
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Master Bathroom with walk-in shower and vanity sink.
Lake Street Penthouse has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Select utilities are included in rent at Lake Street Penthouse, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.
Parking is available at Lake Street Penthouse. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.
Lake Street Penthouse has three-bedrooms apartments renting for $3,600/mo.
Yes, Lake Street Penthouse welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.
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 $3,600 for a three-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $144,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Lake Street Penthouse is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
While Lake Street Penthouse does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
2018 Lake St
Evanston, IL 60201