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Cozy retreat with a central bed, seating area, and modern kitchen.
Spacious interior with a dining area, staircase, and modern furniture.
Relax in this stylish living space with a loft-style ceiling, black leather sofa, and abstract art pieces.
Contemporary space with a sculptural chair, black mirror, and shelf.
Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, double sink, and range hood.

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4797 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Evanston, IL
  • Northwestern University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Loyola University Chicago
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Evanston

Located in South Evanston within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan, this apartment is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Northwestern University. The apartment includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Northwestern University - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Loyola University Chicago - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Aragon Ballroom - 10 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Wrigley Field - 12 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Evanston Main Street Station - 3 min drive
  • South Boulevard Station - 3 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dengeos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bright Garden Studio

Not your mothers basement—Creating an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and inviting, this open STUDIO APT provides a sense of spaciousness, making it an ideal retreat for solo travelers, couples seeking a cozy getaway, or parents with small children.

Very Quiet— the only thing you’ll hear are the birds chirping. Tree lined street in a family oriented, upper middle class neighborhood. Diverse. Walkable.

CTA bus and train lines within walking distance.

There are plenty of street parking out front and especially on the side street. Pay attention to posted signage for street cleanings.
The apartment is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Craig

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 797 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this apartment?

This apartment is situated in South Evanston, close to Wrigley Field, Aragon Ballroom, and Montrose Beach. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Lincoln Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this apartment?

No, there isn't parking available at the apartment.

Is this apartment next to a casino?

No, this apartment is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this apartment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this apartment.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Bright Garden Studio?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this apartment include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Bright Garden Studio have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this apartment.

Does this apartment include breakfast service?

No, this apartment doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this apartment allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this apartment.

How far is the airport from this apartment?

The closest major airport to this apartment is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is 14.6 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive), which is located 16 mi away (32-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bright Garden Studio?

Yes, every apartment at Bright Garden Studio comes with a deck.

Bright Garden Studio Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 26 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Morgan H.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohabbat A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a small basement studio with a low ceiling and much that doesn't work.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Whitney W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little get away

The property was located in a nice neighborhood just outside of the hustle and bustle of Chicago. We were not able to locate a washer and dryer but other than that, all amenities were as described. Communication with the property manager was top tier! He was super responsive and friendly. This is a basement unit and our upstairs neighbors did not observe the quiet hours, so just know you may hear some noise from upstairs. Property is safe, convenient to downtown and Wrigley field, and we would definitely stay here should we decide to visit the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great apartment

We were in town for Loyola’s graduation and this was a great place to stay instead of a hotel. The drive to Loyola is about 18 minutes. The apartment is super spacious and has a well stocked kitchen. The manager was great at communicating. You can hear everything that happens upstairs but it didn’t affect our stay and the neighbors were quiet at night. Would highly recommend! Easy parking too which is great.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Craig was great, beginning to end.

We were visiting our grandkids who live nearby, so we were mostly using the apartment for sleeping, showering, and a safe place to leave our stuff…. It was very comfortable. Craig was a totally responsive host, so any questions got answered quickly and clearly. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul K., North Myrtle Beach, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Evanston studio

Great Location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dereka J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good stay.

clean & nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tameka M.

Liked: Cleanliness

My 31st birthday

Craig was really awesome and accommodating. The property was clean and nicely maintained. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Overall

Place was really nice. Property manager was very kind and friendly! Responded in a timely manner. The place was nice and clean. Felt very comfortable during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon O.

Liked: Cleanliness

College move in after the holidays. Nice to have a place to rest and drive back home.

Great spot to stay, very accommodating and everything we needed! Will be back for future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genyne R., Saint Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, clean and conveniently located Evanston studio apt.

We had a great stay in this Evanston lower level studio apartment while in town for our reunion and Homecoming weekend at Northwestern. The studio is clean, nicely decorated, good amenities, and conveniently located to both the NU campus and downtown Chicago. Having a dedicated parking spot was awesome too, as the off-street parking fills up quickly in the evening. My only recommendation would be replacing the really firm mattress with a softer one, or a memory foam topper. All in all we had a great stay and would definitely recommend this location to our friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Northwestern Parents weekend 2024

Cute place, close to Northwestern. Craig the manger was very nice and helpful! Responded to all my questions, very quickly! Would stay again for for sure!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adam P.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beware

False advertisements all over. This unit is very noisy. The noise separation from the upstairs tenants is non-existing. If you need rest, this is not the place for you. This listing also indicated there was a hot tub. It’s actually just a dirty bathtub and nothing more. Beyond that, very dirty. Moldy not-functioning fridge. All my food spoiled. The toaster oven doesn’t look like it’s ever been clean. And the smell of the unit… I had to mask it with air fresheners. They made me sick with all of the disgusting aromas. The host was not helpful. I’d rather stay in a hostel than this place. Should be listed under $50/night at current status. Oh and the projector / tv was missing all remotes to function. I even downloaded an app and it still didn’t work. Maybe the VRBO from Hell?
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario R., Byram, NJ USA 🇺🇸

Liked: Cleanliness

Pearl Jam weekend

This place was everything needed for my weekend visit. Upstairs got a bit noisy for about a few minutes but after that it was fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Garden Studio

easy and close transit access, Owner is quick to respond once your stay has started, will need to be a heavy sleeper with above tenants late/early morning entrance. Other than that clean, comfy studio
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maryann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Orlando, FL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient fo Evanston and Chicago

This is a small studio but it easily fit three of us. Great if you're going to be out most of the day. Easy mile walk to the Purple Line.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

R visit

Property in good location. Everything worked out well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for some just not for us

This garden studio is in a great location and was very clean. I liked the studio but my spouse and dogs didn’t. Here’s why they did not like it: my husband is 6’ 3” and the screws from the overhead pipes were at head level. The apartment was high tech (great for some but not for us); as two folks over 60 we had a hard time figuring out the lights and even the convection stove top. It would have helped if there had been specific instructions about these in the house manual. The 6 stairs leading down to the basement are painted black and they were difficult for my spouse and our one dog to navigate (they were steep and they couldn’t see them we’ll them; the dog was afraid of them). Because our dog was afraid it was a production to get her out—not the fault of Craig or the apartment but it did impact our stay. Finally, it was very cold and the thermostat didn’t turn on to adjust so we were cold most of the time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen k., Anaheim Ca

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute neighborhood and comfy lodging

We were in town to visit family and a ballgame . We were traveling cross country in a Rv and this was the perfect place to rejuvenate. Thank you Craig for all of the excellent communication with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visit to Northwestern

I stayed for graduation weekend at Northwestern. Short Uber ride to university. Basement apartment was clean and well equipped. Craig was very responsive. Only caveat is that as this is basement apartment, expect to hear footsteps from the folks above.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Meg T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Student in town for Intensives

I'm a seminary student, and I came into town for an intensive class. So, I was really only in the space in the evenings, but it was comfy. The location is amazing!!! The studio apartment was decently clean. The projector is VERY cool. There were a few details I could not find instructions for, like where to take the garbage out when I was on my way out. But I left a message for the owner and they were good about it. I would stay again. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to Northwestern

Husband/wife/teen needed a place for a weekend stay near Northwestern. The teen slept on the couch and was comfortable. Street parking was never a problem. It IS a basement property and you can expect some noise from neighbors above, but it wasn’t overly intrusive during our stay. Host very responsive and accessible. Worked out great for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Braydon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Awesome place, very comfortable. Reviews are accurate. Craig is awesome and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Evanston apt hits the sweet spot!

My wife and I recently traveled to Evanston for a wedding, bringing along our two German Shepherd Dogs, and had the pleasure of staying for two nights at Craig's "Garden Apartment". It's hard to find a place to stay that will accept dogs, and even more so when there are two of them, each weighing over 70 lbs! So we jumped at the chance to be the first tenants of this new-to-vrbo gem! We found the apartment to be exactly as advertised, clean, neat and tidy, with what appear to be all-new kitchen appliances plus a washer and dryer in the back room. Craig supplied all the extras you might home to find, including little things like a range of teas and a supply of detergent pods for the washer. There is a huge ceiling-mounted and remotely controllable video screen mounted opposite the comfortable couch. In short, everything needed for a comfortable stay was provided. The neighborhood was nice and the neighbors I encountered while walking our dogs were invariably friendly. As Craig stated in his listing, there is ample on-street parking available. I would note that the stairs down to the apartment are quite steep and would perhaps be difficult for someone with impaired mobility to descend. That said, my wife and I are both in our mid-70's and had no trouble going up or down. Craig, the unit's owner, is very friendly and easy to deal with and stayed in communication with us when needed throughout our stay. What else can I add but 5-stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023