City Guide
Evanston, IL
Overview
Home to 73,000 residents, Evanston, IL, is about 13 miles north of Chicago is overflowing with culture, outdoor activities, and more. With a wide variety of parks, living in Evanston means there are always opportunities to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Something fascinating about the city is that Northwestern University, a major landmark of Evanston, was actually founded before the City itself. Another interesting fact is it was a dry community until 1972 when the City Council voted to allow restaurants and hotels to serve liquor on their premises.
What’s it like to live in Evanston, IL ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Evanston, IL you'll find that the median sale price is
$430,500
and homes stay on the market for 38 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Evanston are $677,500
and $317,500
, respectively. Evanston area townhouses have a median sale price of $625,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Evanston, ILExplore our Evanston housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Evanston home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Evanston rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Evanston rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Evanston, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Evanston
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern | $330,000 | 41 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| North Evanston | $888,000 | 68 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Southeast Evanston | $417,500 | 82 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Far North Side | $335,000 | 60 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| North Shore | $592,000 | 61 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Evanston
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Evanston Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 16% of Evanston homebuyers searched to move out of Evanston, while 84% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Evanston from outside metros.
- Peoria homebuyers searched to move into Evanston more than any other metro followed by New York and Springfield.
Where are people moving to Evanston from?
- 84% of Evanston homebuyers searched to stay within the Evanston metropolitan area.
Where are people from Evanston moving to?
Number of People Moving to Evanston
least
most
People are moving to Evanston from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,083 | ||
| 2 | 865 | ||
| 3 | 752 | ||
| 4 | 732 | ||
| 5 | 646 | ||
| 6 | 519 | ||
| 7 | 360 | ||
| 8 | 337 | ||
| 9 | 270 | ||
| 10 | 254 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Evanston, IL ?
There are numerous fantastic ways to spend your time in Evanston, IL, from enjoying local art, dining at some of the top restaurants in town, or spending time at a park. Home to 11 museums, add these popular destinations to your list - Mitchell Museum of the American Indian, Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art, and Charles Gates Dawes House. Performing arts venues like Piccolo Theatre and Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre are top spots amongst locals. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout Evanston. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or stroll through many parks, like Centennial Park, Lovelace Park, or Dawes Park. There are a variety of diverse eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in the city. Don't miss out on popular spots like Cross-Rhodes Restaurant, Hearth Restaurant, and Mt. Everest Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Evanston
What's the best way to get around Evanston, IL ?
The best way to get around Evanston is by bike, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Evanston has a walk score of 76, meaning this area is very walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Evanston has a transit score of 51, with many nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 60201 and 60202. You can also get around Evanston by bike. With a bike score of 89, it's convenient to use a bike for most trips.
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
Good Transit
Transit Score®
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
Evanston Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Evanston has 7 heavy rail stations; Cta, CTA Dempster, Cta, South Boulevard station, Evanston Main Street, Metra - Evanston Central, Cta. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 8 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There is 1 bike rental location.
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