
Neighborhood: 60202
- Beach AccessEasy coastal access for swimming, sunbathing, and seaside relaxation.Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Transit AccessConvenient access to buses, trains, and public transit for easy commuting.
Zip 60202 centers on South Evanston’s lakefront vibe: leafy, walkable streets, vintage courtyard apartments and two-flats, and a creative, community-forward feel. You’re steps from South Boulevard and Lee Street beaches, breezy summers on the lake, colorful falls, and snowy winters. The Main-Dempster Mile anchors daily life with Brothers K Coffeehouse, Lucky Platter, La Principal, Sketchbook Brewing, Ward Eight, and the intimate Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre, while Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Jewel-Osco, and ALDI cover groceries. Fitness options include local studios and Planet Fitness, and green space is abundant at James Park, the North Shore Channel Trail, and nearby sculpture-lined paths. Recent Zillow market trends show a median rent in the low $2,000s, with most 1–2BRs listing roughly from $1,600 to $2,700 over the past few months. It’s friendly to families and pets, with dog-friendly parks and casual patios, and offers easy commuting via CTA Purple Line (Main and South Blvd), Metra UP-N (Main Street), and quick access to Chicago’s Red Line at Howard.
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Nearby schools in Evanston
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- 4/10Oakton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Chute Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- NARice Childrens CenterGrades: 1, 3-8Distance: 0.6 mi
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420 Elmwood has a walk score of 71, it's very walkable.
420 Elmwood has a transit score of 70, it has excellent transit.
The schools assigned to 420 Elmwood include Oakton Elementary School, Chute Middle School, and Rice Childrens Center.
420 Elmwood is in the 60202 neighborhood in Evanston, IL.
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