The Main
847 Chicago Ave 60202Chicago, IL
Starting from
$2,814–$3,884/mo
About The Main in Chicago
The Main is a LEED Silver certified, pet-friendly apartment building at 847 Chicago Avenue in Downtown Evanston near Rogers Park, offering studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Homes have open floor plans with large windows, and patios or balconies. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, a resident entertainment lounge, a landscaped terrace with outdoor seating and communal grilling stations, and assigned heated garage parking. The Purple Line is steps away for a roughly 20-minute trip to downtown Chicago, with eateries, schools, and Lake Michigan parks and beaches nearby.
The Main is a rental building at 847 Chicago Ave in Evanston, Chicago, IL, built in 2016.
3 apartments are listed right now: 1 studio at $2,814 a month and 2 two-bedrooms at $3,834–$3,884 a month. Asking rents across the building run $2,814 to $3,884 per month. Pricing was last verified on November 7, 2026.
Residents have access to private balcony, pet-friendly community, high ceilings, plush carpeting in bedrooms, communal grilling stations, designer plank flooring, extra storage, stainless-steel appliances, and 15 more amenities.
Floor plans at The Main
| Layout | Available | Size | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio1 available | 1 | 500 sq ft | $2,814 |
| 2 Bedroom2 available | 2 | 1,052– | $3,834– |
Available units at The Main(3)
Sorted by rent, lowest first
The Main Amenities
Private Balcony
Pet-Friendly Community
High Ceilings
Plush carpeting in bedrooms
Communal Grilling Stations
Designer Plank Flooring
Extra Storage
Stainless-Steel Appliances
Assigned and Heated Garage Spaces
Gas Cooktop and Stove
Luxer Package Lockers
Controlled Access Community
Onsite Management
Quartz Countertops with Undermount Sinks
24-hour fitness center
Resident Entertainment Lounge
Landscaped Terrace & Outdoor Seating
Washer and Dryer in Every Home
24-hour emergency maintenance
Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
Oversized Walk-in Closets
Bicycle storage
Fiber Optic Internet Services
Frequently asked questions about The Main
How much does it cost to rent at The Main?
Listed rents at The Main currently start at $2,814 per month and go up to $3,884. By layout: 1 studio from $2,814, 2 two-bedrooms from $3,834.
What floor plans are available at The Main?
The Main currently lists 1 studio (500 sq ft) and 2 two-bedrooms (1,052 sq ft–1,056 sq ft).
Is The Main pet friendly?
Pets welcome with breed & weight restrictions. Contact leasing office for more information.
Does The Main have parking?
Assigned and Heated Garage Spaces available
How do I schedule a tour at The Main?
Request a tour on Staycio at staycio.com/buildings/the-main: pick a preferred date and time, and you'll get an email confirming the request.
Where is The Main located?
The Main is at 847 Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL, in the Evanston neighborhood.