Why Live in North Evanston
North Evanston offers a diverse selection of home styles, including Georgian and Colonial Revival homes, English cottages, Tudors, traditional bungalows, and ranch-style homes. Prices for smaller single-family homes range from $400,000 to $1.2 million, while larger homes start at $650,000 and can go up to $1.6 million. Premium homes, featuring contemporary and Prairie styles, range from $1.8 million to $2 million. The neighborhood also has a limited number of multi-family properties, with condos and townhomes dating from the 1920s to the 1950s. Perkins Woods, the area’s forest preserve, connects to Lincolnwood Elementary and features walking trails. Cartwright Park offers playgrounds and sports facilities, while Eggleston Park and McCormick Park link to the North Shore Channel and the Ladd Arboretum. The Eggleston Park Food Forest provides sustainable produce, and the Evanston Ecology Center is set to reopen in 2025 after renovations. The Evans at Canal Shores golf course is another local feature. For shopping, Whole Foods Market, Jewel-Osco, and T.J. Maxx are nearby, along with specialty stores like Hollywood Feed and The Needle’s Excellency. Dining options include Hewn bakery, The Fat Shallot sandwich shop, and Hecky’s Barbecue. Northwestern University, known for its strong academic programs, is located nearby. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Willard Elementary, Lincolnwood Elementary, Kingsley Elementary School, Orrington Elementary, Haven Middle School, and Evanston Township High School. The Central Street Metra station provides access to downtown Evanston, 2 miles away, and the Chicago Loop, 16 miles away. The nearest emergency room is at Ascension St. Francis Hospital, 3 miles south, and Chicago O’Hare International Airport is 15 miles southwest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Evanston a good place to live?
North Evanston is a good place to live. North Evanston is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. North Evanston has 10 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $164,241 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 76.5% of residents. A majority of residents in North Evanston are home owners, with 26.5% of residents renting and 73.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving North Evanston can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
North Evanston neighborhood guide.
Is North Evanston, IL a safe neighborhood?
North Evanston, IL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in North Evanston?
The median home price in North Evanston is $429,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $86,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,230 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $96K a year to afford the median home price in North Evanston. The average household income in North Evanston is $164K.
What are the best public schools in North Evanston?
The best public schools that serve North Evanston are:
What are the best private schools in North Evanston?
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Are home prices dropping in North Evanston?
Yes, home prices in North Evanston are down 12% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in North Evanston, IL
On average, homes in North Evanston, Evanston sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Evanston, Evanston over the last 12 months is $427,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$427,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$410,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$330,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,395,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Median List Price
$429,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%