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Amenities for 1226 Simpson St, Evanston
Apartment Amenities
| 2 Floors | Deck |
| Den | Hardwood Floor |
| Natural Gas |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Exterior Type: Brick | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Other
| Eight Rooms | Roof Type: Asphalt |
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About 1226 Simpson St
Property Status: Active Large, sunny, updated home. Great location near N.U., town & trains. Large airy Liv Rm w/ WBFP, separate Din Rm, Kit w/ granite counter-tops & maple cabinets. Second floor contains 3 bedrooms & a full bath. Finished basement w/ 4th BR/office, den, full bath & laundry room. Good storage. Hardwood floors & central air throughout. Enjoy the large deck off the kitchen & the huge manicured fenced yard with auto sprinkler system. Storage shed for bikes, etc. Short walk to all - NU., Lake, Trains, Parks and downtown Evanston. Beautiful park directly across the street. Smoke free home. Dog OK. Pet Fee = $400. Avail 05/01/26. 48 hours notice to show. 2 yr lease preferred. Office Phone: (847) 733-2860 Copyright © 2026 Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1226 Simpson St compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Evanston |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60201 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Evanston
3-bedroom apartments at 1226 Simpson St cost about 20% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $3,086 |
| April 2024 | $3,047 |
| May 2024 | $3,130 |
| June 2024 | $3,237 |
| July 2024 | $3,286 |
| August 2024 | $3,019 |
| September 2024 | $3,002 |
| October 2024 | $2,997 |
| November 2024 | $2,921 |
| December 2024 | $2,891 |
| January 2025 | $2,880 |
| February 2025 | $2,917 |
| March 2025 | $2,888 |
| April 2025 | $2,911 |
| May 2025 | $2,944 |
| June 2025 | $2,961 |
| July 2025 | $2,986 |
| August 2025 | $2,854 |
| September 2025 | $2,699 |
| October 2025 | $2,650 |
| November 2025 | $2,839 |
| December 2025 | $2,640 |
| January 2026 | $2,649 |
| February 2026 | $2,721 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $3,225 |
| April 2024 | $3,193 |
| May 2024 | $3,276 |
| June 2024 | $4,026 |
| July 2024 | $3,873 |
| August 2024 | $3,263 |
| September 2024 | $3,252 |
| October 2024 | $3,900 |
| November 2024 | $3,566 |
| December 2024 | $3,850 |
| January 2025 | $4,027 |
| February 2025 | $3,992 |
| March 2025 | $3,419 |
| April 2025 | $3,336 |
| May 2025 | $3,292 |
| June 2025 | $3,035 |
| July 2025 | $3,339 |
| August 2025 | $3,153 |
| September 2025 | $2,995 |
| October 2025 | $2,921 |
| November 2025 | $2,986 |
| December 2025 | $2,995 |
| January 2026 | $2,982 |
| February 2026 | $3,149 |
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3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1226 Simpson St
Orrington Elementary School
2636 orrington ave
evanston, IL, 60201
K-5Public
A
Joseph E. Hill Education Center
1500 mcdaniel ave
evanston, IL, 60201
PKPublic
Baby Toddler Nursery
2200 main st
evanston, IL, 60202
PKPublic
The Joseph Sears School
542 abbotsford rd
kenilworth, IL, 60043
PK, K-8Public
A+
East Prairie Elementary School
7616 e prairie rd
skokie, IL, 60076
PK, K-8Public
A
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Getting around Evanston near 1226 Simpson St
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1226 Simpson St, Evanston
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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