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1705 Simpson ST Evanston, IL 60201
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Office/Tech
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Rent
MLS Listing ID 12591157
Year Built 1941
Property Sub-Type Office/Tech
Property Description
Position your business in the heart of Evanston's vibrant Hill Arts District with this sun-drenched first-floor studio/office/retail space, ideally located directly across from the new Foster School. Available now, this freshly painted space offers exceptional visibility and character. South-facing windows galore fill the space with natural light, highlighting beautiful hardwood floors and an impressive 9.5-foot ceiling height-perfect for creative workspaces, equipment, or flexible layouts. Previously home to a professional photography studio, the space features direct street access, making it ideal for studios, boutiques, galleries, or creative offices. A rear door opens to private, secure, fenced parking with one dedicated space included, plus convenient basement laundry and storage. Lease Highlights: No CAM charges, Tenant pays gas & electric, Water included Conveniently located west of the CTA Purple Line and Metra Union Pacific North Line at Noyes & Foster, with easy access to Green Bay Road and the surrounding creative corridor. The Hill Arts District is known for its converted factories and industrial buildings now home to architects, photographers, graphic designers, tech firms, artists, and production kitchens, creating a dynamic entrepreneurial environment. Enjoy proximity to neighborhood amenities including Ladd Arboretum, Twiggs Park, and the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center. Broker-owned. A unique opportunity to place your business in one of Evanston's most creative districts.
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Evanston
Interior
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Wood
Fireplace N
Building
Dwelling Type Office/Tech
Structure Type Brick
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Listed by Karla Koziura of Baird & Warner
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