
Mixed-Use Land for Sale in Evanston, Illinois
2958 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201
Attention developers, investors, and owner-users! Premier commercial development site on North Evanston's highly coveted Central Street corridor. This ~4,200 SF parcel (approx. 30' x 140') sits in the B1a Business District with Subarea 5 (Mixed-Use B) Central Street Overlay guidelines. (See docs). Boasting a base 2.0 FAR (up to ~8,400 buildable GSF), 0-ft side yard setback potential, and a 3-story / 40-ft max height envelope, this site provides a streamlined path for a ground-up boutique mixed-use build. Feasibility conceptualizes ~2,600 SF of ground-floor commercial space plus upper-story luxury residential units (e.g., four 2BD/2BA apartments), complemented by rear alley access for 4 off-street parking spaces and potential TOD parking reductions. Existing 495 SF standalone storefront offers immediate functional use or holding income while securing permits. No asbestos in the building. Unbeatable location blocks from the Metra, Endeavor Health Hospital, and Northwestern. Inquire today! Sold AS-IS.
Location
- Street address
- 2958 Central St
- County
- Cook County
- Zip code
- 60201
- Community
- Evanston
- School district
- 202
- Elevation
- 610 feet
Directions
On Central Street in Evanston. East of Central Park Avenue. Park in the back thru the alley.
Property details
- Lot size
- 0.096 acres4,182 sq ft
- MLS #
- MRED 12712262
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2023
- $6,531
Parcels
- 10112000040000
Open houses
| Date | Begins | Ends | Appt needed | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | 8:30 AM | 10:30 AM | No | Attention investors, developers and owner-users! Premier commercial development site on North Evanst |
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Franchise
- Independent
Exterior
- Parking
- Off Alley
Structure
- Heating
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected |
| Water | Public | Available |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Evanston TWP High School | High | 202 |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2026 | New listing | $450,000 | — | MRED |











