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Highlights
- Pet-friendly community
- Spacious apartment
Location
602 Lake St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA|Evanston
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Property Overview
602 Lake St offers strong value with an overall 8.3 Zumper Expert Rating, including excellent marks for price, location, and amenities. It stands out as a pet-friendly property with spacious apartments, solid value-for-money and value-per-square-foot positioning, and convenient access to nearby schools and other local points of interest.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- More space
Floor plans
| 3 bedroom 1 bathroom (2S) | 3 bed | 1 bath | 1,300 sqft | $2,900 /mo | 1 unit available | Ideal for Northwestern students, this spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers plenty of room to live, study, and relax. Enjoy a pet-friendly community where your furry friends are more than welcome! Utilities include a water, sewer, and trash fee of $100, with gas and electricity conveniently in your name. Located just minutes from campus, you'll be surrounded by vibrant local cafes, restaurants, and beautiful parks—perfect spots for study breaks or weekend hangouts. A $600 per person admin fee keeps things simple and straightforward. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community! |
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About 602 Lake St
Ideal for Northwestern students, this spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers plenty of room to live, study, and relax. Enjoy a pet-friendly community where your furry friends are more than welcome! Utilities include a water, sewer, and trash fee of $100, with gas and electricity conveniently in your name. Located just minutes from campus, you'll be surrounded by vibrant local cafes, restaurants, and beautiful parks—perfect spots for study breaks or weekend hangouts. A $600 per person admin fee keeps things simple and straightforward. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 602 Lake St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 602 Lake St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
602 Lake St offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 602 Lake St is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
602 Lake St is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 602 Lake St does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
602 Lake St provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
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 602 Lake St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Evanston
3-bedroom apartments at 602 Lake St cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Evanston.
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,590 |
| November 2024 | $1,568 |
| December 2024 | $1,501 |
| January 2025 | $1,483 |
| February 2025 | $1,495 |
| March 2025 | $1,520 |
| April 2025 | $1,512 |
| May 2025 | $1,502 |
| June 2025 | $1,531 |
| July 2025 | $1,580 |
| August 2025 | $1,516 |
| September 2025 | $1,473 |
| October 2025 | $1,495 |
| November 2025 | $1,520 |
| December 2025 | $1,495 |
| January 2026 | $1,496 |
| February 2026 | $1,516 |
| March 2026 | $1,657 |
| April 2026 | $1,637 |
| May 2026 | $1,684 |
| June 2026 | $1,691 |
| July 2026 | $1,658 |
| August 2026 | $1,650 |
| September 2026 | $1,650 |
| October 2026 | $1,700 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,125 |
| November 2024 | $1,805 |
| December 2024 | $1,620 |
| January 2025 | $1,382 |
| February 2025 | $1,488 |
| March 2025 | $1,505 |
| April 2025 | $1,514 |
| May 2025 | $1,527 |
| June 2025 | $1,451 |
| July 2025 | $1,415 |
| August 2025 | $1,415 |
| September 2025 | $1,739 |
| October 2025 | $2,172 |
| November 2025 | $1,975 |
| December 2025 | $1,969 |
| January 2026 | $2,031 |
| February 2026 | $2,031 |
| March 2026 | $2,099 |
| April 2026 | $1,999 |
| May 2026 | $1,964 |
| June 2026 | $1,713 |
| July 2026 | $1,633 |
| August 2026 | $1,539 |
| September 2026 | $1,617 |
| October 2026 | $1,857 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 602 Lake St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income
$116,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $116,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,900.
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Schools near 602 Lake St
Dewey Elementary School
1551 wesley ave
evanston, IL, 60201
K-5Public
A
Baby Toddler Nursery
2200 main st
evanston, IL, 60202
PKPublic
Joseph E. Hill Education Center
1500 mcdaniel ave
evanston, IL, 60201
PKPublic
East Prairie Elementary School
7616 e prairie rd
skokie, IL, 60076
PK, K-8Public
A
The Joseph Sears School
542 abbotsford rd
kenilworth, IL, 60043
PK, K-8Public
A+
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Getting around Evanston near 602 Lake St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 602 Lake St, Evanston
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
9/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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