Art-Filled 1BR Evanston Retreat, Three Blocks from the Lake

Description

This distinctive, fully furnished one-bedroom apartment offers a comfortable and inspiring home base in one of South Evanston’s most appealing residential neighborhoods. Approximately three blocks from Lake Michigan, it combines the quiet and character of a vintage courtyard building with convenient access to Northwestern University, transportation into Chicago, and neighborhood cafés, restaurants and shops. The approximately 850-square-foot apartment is warm, expressive and unlike a generic furnished rental. It is filled with original artwork, an extensive library and a carefully curated collection of Soviet-era posters, graphics and memorabilia. A record player and eclectic vinyl collection add to the apartment’s distinctive character. The result is a memorable, deeply personal interior that will particularly appeal to someone who appreciates art, books, music, history and thoughtful design. The apartment includes separate living and dining rooms, both receiving natural light and facing a peaceful interior courtyard. A dedicated workspace includes a height-adjustable desk that can be used either seated or standing. Together with the substantial library, it makes the apartment especially comfortable for reading, writing, research or working remotely. Hardwood floors and distinctive wallpapers run throughout the home. The private bedroom is furnished with a comfortable full-size bed, a large floor mirror, a mirrored dresser and storage. The apartment is air-conditioned with a built-in through-the-wall unit in the living area. The updated kitchen has stainless-steel appliances, a gas range and oven, built-in microwave and dishwasher. A Nespresso Vertuo coffee and espresso machine is also provided for morning coffee at home. The remodeled bathroom features a deep soaking tub, glass shower screen, handheld shower, modern vanity and automatic-flush toilet. High-speed Wi-Fi and utilities are included, as is one professional cleaning visit per month. Cleaning will be scheduled in advance at a mutually convenient time. Residents remain responsible for routine upkeep between visits. Additional amenities include basement laundry facilities, street parking and two Evanston beach tokens for use during the stay. The apartment also contains a few houseplants that the resident is expected to water. The location offers an excellent balance of tranquility and convenience: • Approximately three blocks from Lake Michigan, beaches, parks and walking paths • Less than a 10-minute walk from the Main Street Purple Line station • Approximately two blocks from South Evanston cafés, restaurants and shops • Approximately a 20–25-minute walk from Northwestern University’s campus • Convenient public transportation into Chicago The apartment is located on the second floor of a vintage courtyard building. Please note that this is a walk-up building with no elevator. There are two access points: a main entrance from the courtyard and a separate rear entrance. Two-month minimum stay required and a preference for residents seeking a three months or longer arrangement. This is a strictly non-smoking home, and pets are not permitted. A refundable security deposit of one month’s rent is required. This apartment would be a wonderful fit for a visiting academic, graduate student, postdoctoral researcher, writer, medical professional, remote worker or anyone seeking a peaceful, art-filled furnished home near the lake, Northwestern and Chicago.