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Property Description
Position your business in the heart of Evanston, located at 1942 Maple Avenue. A versatile retail space ideal for a variety of uses. This highly visible standalone location offers 1550 SF with an additional 1,400 SF of basement storage or operational space. Previously home to a neighborhood grocery store, the space is well-suited for grocery, convenience retail, specialty food, or service-oriented businesses. Take advantage of a steady flow of foot and vehicle traffic, proximity to public transit (steps from the Foster Street purple line stop), and a vibrant surrounding neighborhood. This for-lease location offers all the key components that set up your business for success. Highlights: Prime Evanston location near downtown, wide storefront windows, Extra-large basement, Excellent visibility and signage. Exciting Opportunity to Rent half a city Block. B1 Zoning accommodates a variety of uses.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1942 Maple Ave
General
- Price: $32
- Taxes: $34,000 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Lease
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12429098
- Updated: 5/5/2026
- Added to Site: 280 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Private Restroom(s), Storage Inside, Basement, Laundry Room
- Flooring: Parquet
Location
- Area: Evanston
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: East on Emerson st, Turn left on Maple avenue, head north to location.
- Location Details: Central Business District
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Central Heat/Individual Controls
Utilities
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Onsite: Electricity to Site, Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Other, Cable Available, Fiber
Structural Information
- Construction: Wood, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Wood, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Ceiling Height: 9
- Sub-Flooring: Parquet
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial, Medical/Dental
- Year Built: 1920
Unit Information
- Extra Storage Avail: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,500
- Frontage: City Street, Paved
- Drainage: Other, None
- Zoning: RTAIL
Financial Considerations
- Lease Price: $32
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Rent Only
- Assessment Year: 1920
- Tax Amount: $34,000
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tenant Pays: Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Heat, Janitorial Service, Taxes, Insurance, Repairs, Roof, Sewer, Other, All Utilities, Trash Collection
- Pays Sewer: Storm Sewer
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Schools
Schools serving 1942 Maple Ave
School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dewey Elementary School, Evanston, IL 1551 Wesley Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Washington Elementary School, Evanston, IL 914 Ashland Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202 | K-5 | 1.4 mi |
Nichols Middle School 800 Greenleaf Street, Evanston, IL 60202 | 6-8 | 1.1 mi |
Evanston Twp High School 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1942 Maple Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/18/2025
Listed
$32
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1942 Maple Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 (MLS# 12429098) is a Commercial Lease property. 1942 Maple Avenue is currently listed for $32 and was received on August 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 1942 Maple Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Lease real estate for sale in Evanston? You can browse all Evanston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

