Evelyn Apartments - Property Overview

While we do not have an on-site office to accept walk-ins, we do our best to offer virtual and in person tours. 

Applying is super easy! You can complete your application online at your convenience. We give you several ways to apply online through our website.  If you need any assistance along the way, just reach out!

We do our best to approve applications within 48 hours after pre-screenings and related income documents are gathered.

Absolutely! We understand that everyone’s needs are different, so we offer flexible lease terms to fit your lifestyle. Let’s find the right option for you!

We're an online rent payment community to advocate for green-living and less impact to our environment, in which you can make both ACH and CC transactions. In the case, that you would like to pay by paper check, we accept WIPS payments, money order, personal check, and certified funds.

Flex allows you to schedule your monthly payment into two smaller payments, giving you greater financial flexibility. Full monthly rent payments are provided to the property by Flex on the 1st. Sign up is available directly in your RentCafe resident portal and is reviewed for approval by Flex. Flex charges a monthly membership fee based on the amount of the credit line that is approved. The monthly membership fee is up to $14.99. A bill payment fee of 1% of your total rent is also charged, additional card processing fees apply when using a credit card.
 

Yes, you are required to have renter's insurance. You may provide your own, or you will be automatically enrolled in property insurance for $10.95 per month.

Utilities are covered in a RUBS utility billback through our utility partner, Conservice. Utilities include water, sewer, trash, pest, and internet which are billed back depending upon usage. 

Electricity can be setup through ComEd. 

We partner with Comcast to provide internet and cable options for our community. 

Oak Park has many distinct neighborhoods to choose from and has something for everyone. Here are some of the best places to live when you're looking for an Oak Park apartment for rent:

The creative heart of Oak Park, the Arts District along Harrison Street is lined with galleries, independent restaurants, boutique shops, and cultural venues unlike anywhere else in the western suburbs. It sits just 0.2 miles from the Blue Line, putting Downtown Chicago within a 20-minute ride, and Columbus Park is a short walk away.

The commercial and civic center of the village, downtown Oak Park offers walkable access to the Lake Theatre, the Oak Park Farmers Market, local dining and retail, and direct CTA Green Line access to Chicago. The Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio is just a few blocks away.

Just south of the Arts District along the Forest Park border, this quieter residential stretch offers a relaxed pace while staying within easy reach of the Blue Line, Dominican University, and the dining corridors of both Oak Park and Forest Park.

Just west of Oak Park, River Forest is one of the most serene and architecturally significant communities in the Chicago suburbs, with tree-lined streets, Triton College, Dominican University, and the River Forest Town Center. Residents enjoy easy Metra and Blue Line access to Chicago and an unhurried pace that is hard to find this close to the city.

The Oak Park Arts District combines world-class Frank Lloyd Wright architecture, a walkable creative corridor, and a Blue Line connection to Downtown Chicago that makes the city feel close without the cost of living inside it. Here are some of the standout features that make Oak Park a great place to call home:

Evelyn Apartments sits at 37 Harrison St in Oak Park's Arts District, just 0.2 miles from the Blue Line and 20 minutes by train to UIC and Rush Downtown. Dominican University, Triton College, Loyola Medical School, Rush Oak Park Hospital, Columbus Park, and I-290 are all within easy reach.

Oak Park gives residents access to over 80 acres of parkland across 13 maintained parks. Residents can explore Columbus Park's lagoon and golf course, walk the Oak Park Conservatory, attend outdoor performances at Scoville Park, and connect to the Cook County Forest Preserve trail network just beyond the village's western edge.

Oak Park ranks among the most walkable and transit-connected communities in the Chicago metro, with both the Blue Line and Green Line serving the village and I-290 providing quick expressway access. Frank Lloyd Wright's legacy, the Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Museum, and the village's commitment to independent business give Oak Park a cultural richness that sets it apart.

Oak Park has a warm, engaged community identity shaped by its Arts District galleries, independent restaurants, and a year-round events calendar. From a film at the Lake Theatre and mornings at Scoville Park to an evening along Harrison Street, this village rewards residents who explore it.

There are many fun activities to do in Oak Park! Evelyn Apartments' location in the Arts District puts residents steps from Columbus Park, the Blue Line, and some of Chicago's most celebrated cultural, dining, and architectural destinations. Major attractions and activities in the area include:

• Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
• Unity Temple
• Columbus Park
• Oak Park Conservatory
• Lake Theatre
• Oak Park Festival Theatre
• Scoville Park
• Oak Park Farmers Market

Evelyn Apartments is only minutes from the region's top employers. The proximity to the Blue Line, I-290, and Madison Street gives residents easy access to healthcare, education, government, and corporate employers, like:

• Rush Oak Park Hospital
• Loyola University Medical Center (Maywood)
• West Suburban Medical Center
• Dominican University
• Triton College
• Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200
• Cook County Health
• Rush University Medical Center (via Blue Line)
• University of Illinois Chicago (via Blue Line)
• Downtown Chicago employers (via Blue Line, 20-minute ride)

At Evelyn Apartments, you'll find a variety of amenities that make living in vibrant Oak Park even better, such as:

With the Blue Line just 0.2 miles away, Evelyn Apartments gives residents a genuinely car-optional lifestyle in a neighborhood where Downtown Chicago is 20 minutes away. Off-street parking is also available for residents who drive, so the building works equally well whether you commute by train or by car.

On-site laundry facilities and high-speed internet are available to all residents at Evelyn Apartments, covering the two most practical daily needs without any extra steps. Simple amenities done right make a real difference in day-to-day living.

The address itself is part of the amenity package at Evelyn Apartments. Harrison Street puts residents steps from local galleries, independent restaurants, boutiques, and cultural venues in one of the most walkable and character-rich neighborhoods in the Chicago suburbs.

The fully renovated units at Evelyn Apartments give the kitchen a clean, contemporary feel that holds up to daily use. Spacious closets keep the living space uncluttered and organized. And the gas range gives residents who actually cook a meaningful reason to appreciate the kitchen every single day.

We offer a wonderful location, professional management and maintenance services, and on-site laundry facility. 

We offer parking in conjunction with local community leased spaces including the city of Oak Park. 

We have a common laundry facility on-site. 

Yes, our community is pet-friendly, and there are nearby parks for you and your pet to enjoy. We do have breed restrictions. Contact leasing for more details. 

A one-time pet fee of $350 per animal and a $25  per month pet rent. 

There are local parks near by our community. 

We offer the best of Oak Park and downtown living in conjunction with a choice between vintage and historic assets that are not cookie cutter and help your home feel unique. In addition, we also offer newly renovated apartment homes. 

We are located in School District 299. 

Jewel and Aldi are both within a 5 minute drive, 20 minute walk, or 6 minute bike ride. 

Yes, we do! Our on-site maintenance team while not on-site is located at one of our nearby Oak Park communities and is here to help with any issues that may arise.

For non-emergency work orders, please use the resident portal or mobile app. You can also call the office during business hours. For emergencies, call the office number and select option '3' to reach emergency maintenance.

No, you do not need to be present for the service technician to complete the work.