Rare Evanston Gem: Sun-Drenched 1BR with Vintage Soul | 750 Sq Ft | Heat, Water & More Included 819 Washington Street, Evanston, IL 60202 | Available June 1 | Contact for Rent There are apartments you rent, and there are apartments you fall in love with. This is the second kind. Tucked just six steps off the ground in a classic Evanston courtyard building, this beautifully proportioned 750-square-foot, 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers something the new-construction market simply cannot replicate: warmth, scale, and authentic character built into every corner. Large windows face both east and west, meaning you wake to soft morning light and unwind in a golden afternoon glow all day long, the sun moves through this apartment like it was designed to. The Living Room Step inside and exhale. The living room is genuinely large, it's the kind that fits a full sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a window bistro nook, and still breathes. Original hardwood floors glow underfoot, warmed by the light pouring through oversized multi-pane windows dressed in floor-length drapes. Elegant wall sconces add a soft, residential touch that no recessed lighting can match. This is a room where you actually want to spend time. The Dining Room A dedicated, full-sized dining room, a true luxury in today's open-plan world offers the flexibility that modern renters quietly crave. Flooded with natural light from a large window overlooking a leafy green tree canopy, with beautiful hardwood floors and classic wainscoting on the walls, it works equally brilliantly as a dinner party room, a home office, a reading room, or all three. The ceilings are high. The light is exceptional. The possibilities are real. The Kitchen This is a serious cook's kitchen not a galley, not an afterthought. Warm honey-toned solid wood cabinetry runs floor to ceiling with abundant upper and lower storage. A long, uninterrupted counter gives you genuine prep space. The deep double stainless steel sink anchors one side, while warm under-cabinet LED lighting bathes the workspace in a flattering, functional glow. Modern matte black hardware throughout gives the classic bones a fresh, intentional edge. Whether you're making coffee at 7am or cooking dinner for friends on a Saturday, this kitchen handles it all with ease. The Bedroom The bedroom is genuinely spacious and one of those rare rooms where a queen bed, a dresser, a reading chair, and a rug all fit comfortably without the room feeling crowded. Hardwood floors continue throughout, crown molding traces the ceiling, and large windows let in ample natural light. It is quiet, calm, and deeply comfortable. The Bathroom A True Showstopper This bathroom will make you stop scrolling. The floor is laid in original white hexagonal penny tile with handsome blue floral accent medallions, the kind of craftsmanship that designers pay a premium to recreate today and that simply cannot be found in any new-construction building at this price point. Admittedly the tile shows some cracks from wear-and-tear over the years (building dates back to 1920s!), but all in all it's bright and cheerful. The walls are painted a rich slate blue above crisp white tile wainscoting, giving the room a depth and personality most bathrooms never achieve. A row of Hollywood-style globe vanity lights above a generous mirror make getting ready a pleasure. A deep soaking tub with overhead shower, a classic cast-iron radiator (this bathroom is ALWAYS cozy and toasty warm), and a white cabinetry vanity complete the picture. This bathroom feels like a boutique hotel and it's yours every day. What's Included, An Exceptional Value Let's talk about what this apartment actually costs to live in. Heat, hot water, cold water, sewer, and trash collection are all included in your rent. Electricity averages just $30/month. Cooking gas averages just $20/month. That's the full picture, there are no mystery utility bills, no winter heating spikes, no surprises. For a 750-square-foot apartment in Evanston, this is an exceptional and increasingly rare arrangement. On-site laundry features three washers and three dryers always available, I've never had to wait. Being on the first floor means only six steps from the front door to your apartment, with no elevator waits, no stair fatigue, no hauling groceries up three flights. Just home. The Neighborhood Two blocks from your front door: the CTA Purple Line, Metra UP-N, and the Northwestern Shuttle. The Loop is 26 minutes on Metra. Sketchbook Brewery, and Hoosier Mama are nearby, and my favorites, The Button Bakery, Reprise Coffee and Brothers K and Campagnola are steps away. But wait, there's more! A host of other great restaurants and shops are on Main Street, and are only a block away. Downtown Evanston, with its independent restaurants, boutiques, the spectacular farmers market, and cultural venues is just over a mile. Five beaches are within two miles. Lake Michigan is a short 3/4 mile downhill. Street parking is available for those with vehicles. Heat, water, sewer, trash collection all included, as well as a large storage locker in the lower level.
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