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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 is highly rated with an impressive Zumper score of 9.7, reflecting its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities, which include fireplaces and underground parking. The property enjoys a perfect location rating of 10, ensuring residents have convenient access to transportation and local attractions. Notable features include a range of eco-friendly transportation options and ample green spaces, making it a prime choice for those valuing sustainability and quality living.

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

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The John Evans Building is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space
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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

No pets allowed.

Parking

Garage ParkingContact for Price
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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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The John Evans Building is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated The John Evans Building
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.
The John Evans Building 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·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
  • 31 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

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar 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
More space
The 2-bedroom is 195 sqft larger than other 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 16% less than the average rent price for studios in Evanston.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 23% 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 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Evanston.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Evanston
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,523
October 2023$1,502
November 2023$1,507
December 2023$1,565
January 2024$1,595
February 2024$1,627
March 2024$1,926
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$1,450
A table of studio rental data trends in Evanston
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$2,041
October 2023$1,953
November 2023$1,941
December 2023$2,243
January 2024$2,259
February 2024$2,307
March 2024$2,296
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$1,430

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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
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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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