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Highlights

  • Fireplaces
  • Underground parking
  • Cable ready
  • Heat
  • Wood burning fireplaces
  • Spacious studios

Location

1600 Hinman Avenue, Chicago, IL 60201, USA|Evanston
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Management

Arthur Goldner & Associates, Inc.

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Leasing office

(708) 357-7406

Property Overview

The John Evans Building receives an impressive overall rating of 9.2 from Zumper, reflecting its exceptional quality, amenities, and location, with a perfect location score of 10 out of 10. It excels in value for money, ranking in the 88.89 percentile, and features notable amenities like fireplaces and underground parking. This property is also recognized for its commitment to environmental sustainability, providing a conducive lifestyle for those seeking accessibility and community engagement.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
The John Evans Building is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
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Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath500 sqft$1,195–$1,220 /moMeet your new apartment at John Evans Buildings in Evanston. Be sure to come for a visit to see the current floorplan options. The knowledgeable leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Enjoy a wide selection of amenities at this community. These include: rentable storage units, fireplaces, and intercoms. Come see John Evans Buildings today.
1 Bed1 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,300–$1,500 /moMeet your new apartment at John Evans Buildings in Evanston. Be sure to come for a visit to see the current floorplan options. The knowledgeable leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Enjoy a wide selection of amenities at this community. These include: rentable storage units, fireplaces, and intercoms. Come see John Evans Buildings today.
2 bedroom2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$2,100–$2,500 /moMeet your new apartment at John Evans Buildings in Evanston. Be sure to come for a visit to see the current floorplan options. The knowledgeable leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Enjoy a wide selection of amenities at this community. These include: rentable storage units, fireplaces, and intercoms. Come see John Evans Buildings today.
3 Bedroom3 bed1.5 bath1,200 sqft$3,000–$3,500 /moMeet your new apartment at John Evans Buildings in Evanston. Be sure to come for a visit to see the current floorplan options. The knowledgeable leasing staff is waiting to show you all that this community has in store. Enjoy a wide selection of amenities at this community. These include: rentable storage units, fireplaces, and intercoms. Come see John Evans Buildings today.

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Amenities for The John Evans Building

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanHardwood Floor
Heat IncludedNo Pets Allowed
Water, Sewer and Trash Included

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

IntercomOnsite Laundry

Grounds

CourtyardGarage Parking
StorageStorage Units

Services

Service Animals are Welcomed

Neighborhood

Near Public TransportationWalking Distance to Restaurant
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About The John Evans Building

HomeApartments in ChicagoEvanston The John Evans Building

This building is located one block east of Chicago Avenue in the heart of the downtown district of Evanston. This 85 unit, 3/4 story charming Tudor style courtyard vintage building offers underground parking. The 1600 Hinman side of the building has an elevator and is four stories with spacious studios, one and two bedroom apartments. Some of these apartments have two baths and wood burning fireplaces. These apartments have mostly hardwood floors, formal dining rooms in the larger two and three bedroom apartments. There is easy access to the large laundry room on the first floor. Heat, water and cooking gas are included in the rent. The apartments are cable ready. No pets allowed in the building. The building engineer lives on the premises. This building is within walking distance to Northwestern University, transportation, shopping and restaurants.


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
The John Evans Building is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Location and Quality, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The John Evans Building
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, The John Evans Building is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Evanston. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A 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.
The John Evans Building goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including courtyard. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The John Evans Building receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The John Evans Building offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
The John Evans Building has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The John Evans Building.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
The John Evans Building has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

The John Evans Building is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 34 parks within a mile

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 The John Evans Building compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Evanston

Studio apartments at The John Evans Building cost about 42% less than the average rent price for studios in Evanston.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 24% lower than 1-bedrooms in Evanston.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The John Evans Building to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Evanston.

3-bedroom apartments at The John Evans Building cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Evanston.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,991
April 2024$1,745
May 2024$1,751
June 2024$1,764
July 2024$1,931
August 2024$1,691
September 2024$1,682
October 2024$1,630
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$1,635
A table of studio rental data trends in Evanston
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,284
April 2024$2,297
May 2024$2,295
June 2024$2,282
July 2024$2,294
August 2024$1,675
September 2024$2,134
October 2024$2,131
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$2,066

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Can I afford to live at 1600 Hinman Avenue?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near The John Evans Building

Dewey Elementary School

1551 wesley 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

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 Chicago near 1600 Hinman Avenue

Walking

10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1600 Hinman Avenue, Chicago

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 10-minute walk

High schools

10/10
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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