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    1705 Simpson Street, Evanston, IL 60201

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    $15 SF/Yr

    Sun-drenched first-floor space in Evanston's vibrant Hill Arts District.

    Type:Commercial
    Added:
    Mar 13, 2026
    Days on Market:
    85
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 1 at 9:02 pm

    Property Features for 1705 Simpson Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1941

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    Listing Contact
    KARLA KOZIURA

    Listing agent KARLA KOZIURA

    Listing office BAIRD & WARNER

    Listing date Mar 13, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in Evanston's vibrant Hill Arts District, directly across from the new Foster School.
    • Sun‑drenched first‑floor space with exceptional visibility and direct street access, ideal for various business types (studio, boutique, gallery, creative office).
    • Abundant natural light from south‑facing windows, highlighting hardwood floors and a 9.5‑foot ceiling height.
    • Private, secure, fenced parking with one dedicated space included.
    • No CAM charges; water included in lease.
    • Convenient access to CTA Purple Line, Metra Union Pacific North Line, and Green Bay Road.

    Overview

    This first-floor studio, office, or retail space is located in the heart of Evanston's Hill Arts District, directly across from the new Foster School. The space is available now and has been freshly painted. South-facing windows provide natural light, accentuating the hardwood floors and 9.5-foot ceiling height. Previously a professional photography studio, the space has direct street access, making it suitable for studios, boutiques, galleries, or creative offices. A rear door leads to private, secure, fenced parking with one dedicated space included, as well as basement laundry and storage. There are no CAM charges, and the tenant is responsible for gas and electric, while water is included. The property is located west of the CTA Purple Line and Metra Union Pacific North Line at Noyes Foster, with access to Green Bay Road and the surrounding creative corridor. The Hill Arts District features converted factories and industrial buildings that now house architects, photographers, graphic designers, tech firms, artists, and production kitchens. Nearby amenities include Ladd Arboretum, Twiggs Park, and the Fleetwood-Jourdain Community Center.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    May Floral (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Yes We Will ... Advertising Agency

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Accounting Firm Gym & Fitness Center

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Evanston
    County
    Cook
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -87.6960701
    Latitude
    42.0558306

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Creative space - Sun-drenched first-floor space in Evanston's vibrant Hill Arts District.
    Where is this creative space located?
    The property is located at 1705 Simpson Street Evanston, IL.
    What is the lease rate?
    The lease rate is $15 SF/Yr.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in Evanston's vibrant Hill Arts District, directly across from the new Foster School.; **Sun‑drenched first‑floor space with exceptional visibility and direct street access**, ideal for various business types (studio, boutique, gallery, creative office).; Abundant natural light from south‑facing windows, highlighting hardwood floors and a 9.5‑foot ceiling height.
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    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
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    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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