Freshly painted 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in a charming, well-maintained vintage courtyard building near St. Francis Hospital, offering the perfect blend of classic character and modern updates. This inviting unit features beautiful hardwood floors, high ceilings, a separate dining area, spacious living room, and a generously sized bedroom with a walk-in closet. The updated kitchen includes granite countertops, ample cabinet space, and a dishwasher, with additional assigned storage and convenient on-site laundry. Ideally located near downtown Evanston, Northwestern, Loyola, Metra, and the CTA Purple Line, with shopping, dining, and the lakefront nearby. Permit street parking is available, with the tenant responsible for obtaining the required permit. Unfurnished and available October 1, with a minimum one-year lease (two-year option available). Rent includes heat, water, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger service, and snow removal; tenant pays electricity and gas. No pets. Security deposit equal to one month's rent.
Listed by Christian Castro• Keller Williams ONEChicago
Oakton, located between Ridge Avenue and the North Shore Channel, is a residential and commuter-friendly Evanston neighborhood with leafy side streets and a steady CTA pulse. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Oakton Street at Asbury Avenue, where corner storefronts, coffee counters, and everyday services set a low-key, walkable rhythm. Stately brick two-flats and classic Chicago-style bungalows line the blocks, with occasional courtyard apartments near the tracks. The Robert Crown Community Center anchors local recreation with an ice rink, pool, and fitness spaces. Nearby, the North Shore Channel Trail frames the edge with long, linear views and bike traffic. The CTA Purple Line at Main Street keeps the pace connected without changing the calm.
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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This property is priced $548 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$1,850
Rental estimate
$1,302
Nearby comparable rentals
The Rental Estimate uses 0 recent nearby rental.
Sale and tax history for 408 Ridge Ave Unit 22-2
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED #12741843
Aug 27, 2026
Listed for Rent
$1,850
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12692894
Aug 25, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$185,000
+29
Offering the space and gracious proportions rarely found in a one-bedroom condominium, this freshly painted vintage home is situated in the well-maintained St. Francis Condominiums, a classic courtyard building directly across from St. Francis Hospital in Evanston. Hardwood floors, high ceilings, oversized windows, and attractive courtyard views create a bright and inviting setting, while the generous floor plan features a large living room, a separate formal dining room, and a spacious bedroom. The updated kitchen offers granite countertops, abundant cabinet space, and a dishwasher, and the bathroom includes a convenient linen closet. Excellent storage is available throughout the home, including a walk-in closet and additional assigned storage. The professionally managed building offers on-site laundry, and the monthly assessment includes heat, water, and cooking gas. Rentals are permitted, providing flexibility for both owner-occupants and investors. Conveniently located near downtown Evanston, Northwestern University, Loyola University, Metra and CTA Purple Line stations, shopping, dining, parks, and the lakefront, with easy access to nearby permit street parking.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11825569
Aug 2, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$136,000
Jul 17, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
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Jul 10, 2023
Listed (Active)
$145,000
+2
Large 1 bed 1 bath condo in quiet Evanston neighborhood across from St Francis Hospital. The unit features a spacious layout, fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops & dishwasher, separate dining room, large windows with lots of natural sunlight, hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, oversized living room with walk-in closet, spacious bedroom, updated standard bathroom with linen closet. HOA includes heat, water, cooking gas, tenant responsible for electric/cable/internet. Building allows rentals and tenant renewed leased until May 2024. Easy street permit parking along Austin Street. Ideally located minutes from Metra & Purple Line stops, downtown Evanston, Northwestern University, Loyola University, and Lakeshore Drive.
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Listing provided courtesy of: Keller Williams ONEChicago
Listing agent: Christian Castro (2245952739)
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Wed Sep 09 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Last Updated: 2026-08-28T17:25:16.537Z
408 Ridge Ave Unit 22-2 is a 851 square foot property with 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. We estimate that 408 Ridge Ave Unit 22-2 would rent between $1,302 / mo.408 Ridge Ave Unit 22-2 is located in Evanston, the 60202 zipcode, and the Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65.