Average Drive Times:
15 minutes to Chicago Loop
40 minutes to O’Hare Airport
60 minutes to Midway Airport

Express Train to Commute to Loop:
21 minutes

 Incorporated in 1863, Evanston became known as the “city of homes”, a tribute to its diverse and unique architectural styles. Adjacent to Chicago’s northern border, Evanston offers a rich suburban aura just minutes from the bustle of the city. Gracious homes on tree-lined streets, cultural and recreational activities, and a number of highly acclaimed colleges and universities all reflect the rich essence of this well-established community.

Transportation
Commuter trains reach Chicago’s Loop in 21 minutes. Four CTA bus lines connect Evanston to the city and nearby suburbs. The Edens Expressway (I-94) is just west of town. Sheridan Road, which runs parallel to the Lake, becomes Lake Shore Drive as you head south to the city.

Schools
Students attend District 65 elementary schools. Evanston Township High School, District 202, provides an accelerated studies program in conjunction with Northwestern University, the Big Ten university located in the heart of town. A variety of private elementary schools offer an alternative to public schooling.

Shopping
Evanston has more than 200 specialty shops and boutiques as well as over 110 restaurants. Larger department stores can be found minutes away in Skokie at Old Orchard, 100-plus store mall with an upscale ambiance.

Recreation
Five community centers and two indoor ice rinks offer residents year-round activity. Two miles of Evanston’s shoreline are incorporated into beaches and parks. Grosse Point Lighthouse functions as a museum, nature center, and maritime complex. The community also offers its residents five museums, a number of art galleries and a symphony orchestra.

Hospitals
Evanston Hospital is a 550-bed teaching hospital with a medical staff of 700. The facility operates a prenatal center, a rehabilitation unit, a kidney dialysis unit, and ocular center. All physicians are faculty members at Northwestern University Medical School. St. Francis Hospital also serves the community.

Places of Worship
22 religious denominations are represented in over 78 houses of worship. Those not represented in this city can be found in neighboring communities.