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1521 Lake St, Unit 2

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Evanston, IL 60201

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1521 Lake St, Unit 2

Evanston, IL 60201
1521 Lake St, Unit 2 in Evanston, IL - Building Photo
2 Bedroom - for Rent
Unit 2
  • 2BR, 2BA
  • $2,800 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $2,800

    Total Monthly Price
    $2,800
  • 1,100 Square Feet
  • 10-01-2026 Availability

About 1521 Lake St, Unit 2

Bright, spacious, and full of character, this second-floor duplex offers roughly 1,100 square feet of living space in one of Evanston's most walkable neighborhoods. With 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, in-unit laundry, central heat/AC throughout and a private primary suite that spans the entire top floor, it lives larger than most 2-bedrooms in the area. The open main level is filled with natural light from a wall of bay windows and glass French doors, framed by soaring 9.5-foot ceilings and wide-plank flooring throughout. The renovated kitchen is the heart of the home: crisp white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and gas range, subway tile backsplash, dark quartz-style countertops, and a peninsula with breakfast-bar seating that opens right into the living space, ideal for entertaining or working from home. Upstairs, the entire floor is dedicated to a light-drenched primary retreat. Skylights and a beautiful arched window pour in sunshine, dramatic sloped ceilings add architectural charm, and generous walk-in closet space keeps everything organized. A second full bathroom with a glass-door shower serves the upper level, so you're never sharing a single bath. Additional highlights: - 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms - ~1,100 sq ft top-floor duplex layout - In-unit washer and dryer - Renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances (dishwasher, gas range) - 9.5-ft ceilings and abundant natural light on the main level - Private second-floor primary suite with skylights, arched window, and walk-in closets - Bay windows and French doors - Central heat and central air conditioning - Large shared backyard, rare outdoor space for the neighborhood Unbeatable Evanston location. This home puts the best of Evanston at your doorstep. You're just a couple of blocks from Dewey Elementary School, and an easy walk east to downtown Evanston, where you'll find restaurants, cafes, shops, Whole Foods, and the movie theater. Commuting is simple with the Davis Street Metra (Union Pacific North Line) and the CTA Purple Line both within walking distance, putting you in downtown Chicago in about 25 minutes by train. Families will appreciate being roughly a mile from Evanston Township High School (ETHS), while students, staff, and Northwestern-affiliated renters are just a short bike ride from Northwestern University and the Lake Michigan lakefront and beaches. Spacious layout, updated finishes, two full baths, in-unit laundry, and a location that's walkable to schools, shops, and transit. This one checks every box. Schedule your showing today. **Parking Street parking **Utilities Tenant pays all utilities **Heat / AC Central heat and central air conditioning **Pets Prefer no pets; will consider on a case-by-case basis for an additional fee **Application fee $50 **Non-refundable move-in fee $300 This unit is offered on a 12-month lease. The tenant pays for all utilities. First month's rent, the security deposit, and any applicable fees are due at lease signing. This is a non-smoking unit. Pets are not preferred, but will be considered on a case-by-case basis for an additional fee.

1521 Lake St, Unit 2 is located in the Evanston Neighborhood and 60201 Zip code of Evanston, IL.

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

1521 Lake St, Unit 2 offers 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,800 and having 1,100 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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      1521 Lake St, Unit 2

      2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1100 sq ft
      $2,800 depositAvailable Oct 1

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      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositPhotos
      $2,800 October 1, 202621100$2,800
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      Unit 2 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Skylights
      • Smoke Free
      • Washer/Dryer

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Kitchen
      • Range
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Unit 2 Lease Information

      Unit Price

      • $2,800Total Monthly Price
        Base Rent: $2,800
        Required Monthly Fees: None
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      Deposit

      • $2,800 deposit

      Unit Description

      Bright, spacious, and full of character, this second-floor duplex offers roughly 1,100 square feet of living space in one of Evanston's most walkable neighborhoods. With 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, in-unit laundry, central heat/AC throughout and a private primary suite that spans the entire top floor, it lives larger than most 2-bedrooms in the area. The open main level is filled with natural light from a wall of bay windows and glass French doors, framed by soaring 9.5-foot ceilings and wide-plank flooring throughout. The renovated kitchen is the heart of the home: crisp white shaker cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and gas range, subway tile backsplash, dark quartz-style countertops, and a peninsula with breakfast-bar seating that opens right into the living space, ideal for entertaining or working from home. Upstairs, the entire floor is dedicated to a light-drenched primary retreat. Skylights and a beautiful arched window pour in sunshine, dramatic sloped ceilings add architectural charm, and generous walk-in closet space keeps everything organized. A second full bathroom with a glass-door shower serves the upper level, so you're never sharing a single bath. Additional highlights: - 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms - ~1,100 sq ft top-floor duplex layout - In-unit washer and dryer - Renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances (dishwasher, gas range) - 9.5-ft ceilings and abundant natural light on the main level - Private second-floor primary suite with skylights, arched window, and walk-in closets - Bay windows and French doors - Central heat and central air conditioning - Large shared backyard, rare outdoor space for the neighborhood Unbeatable Evanston location This home puts the best of Evanston at your doorstep. You're just a couple of blocks from Dewey Elementary School, and an easy walk east to downtown Evanston, where you'll find restaurants, cafes, shops, Whole Foods, and the movie theater. Commuting is simple with the Davis Street Metra (Union Pacific North Line) and the CTA Purple Line both within walking distance, putting you in downtown Chicago in about 25 minutes by train. Families will appreciate being roughly a mile from Evanston Township High School (ETHS), while students, staff, and Northwestern-affiliated renters are just a short bike ride from Northwestern University and the Lake Michigan lakefront and beaches. Spacious layout, updated finishes, two full baths, in-unit laundry, and a location that's walkable to schools, shops, and transit. This one checks every box. Schedule your showing today. **Parking Street parking **Utilities Tenant pays all utilities **Heat / AC Central heat and central air conditioning **Pets Prefer no pets; will consider on a case-by-case basis for an additional fee **Application fee $50 **Non-refundable move-in fee $300

    Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 2 Units

    Lease Terms

    • 12 Month Lease

    Fees and Policies

    The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

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    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Broker Fee$0.00

    Pet Policy and Fees

    Cats
    • $0 Fee
    • $0 Deposit
    • Monthly Pet Fee $0
    Dogs
    • $0 Fee
    • $0 Deposit
    • Monthly Pet Fee $0

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    Features and Amenities

    Outdoor Features

    • Waterfront

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Media Center/Movie Theatre

    Interior Features

    • Skylights
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Kitchen
    • Range
    • Dishwasher

    Living Area Features

    • Walk In Closets
    • Bay Window
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    1521 Lake St, Evanston, IL 60201

    Getting Around

    • 70 / 100 Moderately walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 50 / 100 Some public transit

      Transit is available for most trips

    • 80 / 100 Very Bikeable

      Highly suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 50 / 100 Fairly car friendly

      Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

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    Getting to Know the Area

    • 80 / 100 Restaurants

      Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Cafes

      Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes

    • 60 / 100 Nightlife

      Several bars within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Shopping

      Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

    • 100 / 100 Parks

      Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

    • 90 / 100 Noise Level

      Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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    Frequently Asked Questions about 1521 Lake St, Unit 2

    Where is 1521 Lake St, Unit 2 located?

    1521 Lake St, Unit 2 is located at 1521 Lake St near the Evanston area of Evanston, IL

    What is the current rent range at 1521 Lake St, Unit 2?

    2 Bedrooms at 1521 Lake St, Unit 2 is $2,800. Call today for more info!

    Are pets allowed?

    Contact us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 1521 Lake St, Unit 2.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Wrigley Field

    1060 W Addison St
    14 minute drive / 6.64 miles away

    Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

    2430 N. Cannon Drive
    17 minute drive / 8.38 miles away

    Steppenwolf Theatre

    1650 North Halsted Street
    19 minute drive / 9.11 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    635 Chicago Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.94 miles away

    Petsmart

    2221 Oakton St
    3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away

    Target

    2209 Howard St
    4 minute drive / 1.52 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Northwestern University - Evanston Campus

    633 Clark St
    4 minute drive / 1.44 miles away

    Loyola University - Lakeshore Campus

    1032 W. Sheridan Rd
    7 minute drive / 3.28 miles away

    Oakton Community College - Skokie Campus

    7701 North Lincoln Avenue
    7 minute drive / 3.33 miles away

    Groceries

    Whole Foods

    1640 Chicago Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

    Jewel-Osco

    2485 Howard St
    4 minute drive / 1.59 miles away

    Hospitals

    Presence Saint Francis Hospital

    355 Ridge Ave
    3 minute drive / 1.14 miles away

    Northshore University Healthsystem - Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.78 miles away

    Swedish Covenant Hospital

    5145 N California Ave
    9 minute drive / 4.5 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Oak Street Beach

    1000 North Lake Shore Drive
    21 minute drive / 10.07 miles away

    1521 Lake St, Unit 2 has 1 park within 10.1 miles, including Oak Street Beach.

    Restaurants and Dining

    Hemmingway's Bistro

    211 N Oak Park Ave
    13 minute drive / 6.26 miles away

    Soprano's Italian Restaurant

    2901 N Sheffield Ave
    16 minute drive / 7.52 miles away

    Margie's Candies

    1960 N Western Ave
    18 minute drive / 8.49 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Dempster & Chicago Plaza

    1301-1303 Chicago Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.52 miles away

    Evanston Plaza

    Dodge Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

    AFZ+3

    604-606 Davis St
    1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

    1521 Lake St, Unit 2 has 5 shopping centers within 0.7 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Dempster Station-Purple Line

    1316 N. Sherman
    1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

    Evanston Davis Street Station-Union Pacific North Line

    901 Davis Street
    1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

    Davis Station-Purple Line

    1612 Benson
    1 minute drive / 0.63 miles away

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