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Firehouse511 Loft
Serving the Evanston, IL area10 guests
Firehouse511 Loft. T H E F I R E H O U S E :
Built in 1904 in Maywood, IL, just 20 mins west of Chicago, the
firehouse is a historical landmark filled with so much rich
history. Converted into a residential building in the late 1980's, it
now serves as
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$150
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2 hr min
Wooded Estate Lakeside
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (1)
70 guests
Wooded Estate Lakeside. Discover the ultimate production location at 12308 West Mackinac Rd, a 4,400 sq. ft. contemporary Tudor home in Homer Glen, IL, designed for seamless commercial and photo shoots. Set on a sprawling 1 acre lot in DeBoer Woods, this property features a private lake, a quaint
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$200
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4 hr min
Skies Fall Studios
Serving the Evanston, IL area35 guests
Skies Fall Studios. Custom built classic coastal architectural details throughout. Peakaboo seasonal Lake Michigan views. Chef's Kitchen with Viking and Subzero appliances. Large Dining Room with seating for 12+. Fireplace. Piano. 2 large living spaces each with a TV for recreation, meetings, and relaxing. Large rustic brick and
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$100
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5 hr min
Lakeside Escape
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (3)
30 guests
Lakeside Escape. open concept living, designer kitchen, and an expansive deck—perfect for photo shoots, videos, and small productions.
What works well in our space:
Paddock Lake House is ideal for photo shoots, video shoots, branding content, social media campaigns, interviews, small commercial productions, and influencer or product shoots. With gorgeous
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$75
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2 hr min
Luxe-Haus of Love—The 1938 Cape Cod |Heated FLRS |
Evanston Township, IL5.0 (6)
30 guests
20 mins from popping downtown Chicago and tucked within one of the Northside’s finest tree line streets—The Haus of Love:
A modern wood burning fireplace, new hardwood floors, and a bright airy space greets you in this newly renovated Kosher inspired design
Spacious Eat In Kitchen w/ double
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$100
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4 hr min
Charming English Cottage
Evanston, IL5.0 (9)
40 guests
This 100 year old English Cottage offers an open floor plan that can accommodate large crews. The cottage is newly renovated but filled with loads of charm and has been featured in multiple national magazines/commercials.
It's in walking distance to the beach, Northwestern University, Central Street shops/restaurants,
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$250
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4 hr min
Mid-Century Living Time Capsule
4.3 miles from Evanston, IL5.0 (14)
10 guests
Mid century ranch home. Many original finishes and fixtures intact. In the process of being restored to its full 1960s glory. Finished basement area has a bar and fireplace. Living room is furnished with MCM pieces and decor. Living room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen/dining room and
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$80
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4 hr min
Fantatic Rehabbed 1890's Greystone House
4.7 miles from Evanston, IL4.8 (5)
30 guests
Beautiful and spacious, lovingly rehabbed, late 1890s greystone building with great backyard with pond. Large open floorplan on 2nd level including chef's kitchen with private downstairs bedroom suite, with large backyard garden area. Sun room and balcony off of upstairs master suite overlooking the backyard. New
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$175
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8 hr min
Lakeview Lux
5.4 miles from Evanston, IL5.0 (4)
25 guests
Enjoy a classic Chicago Greystone built in 1893 and renovated in 2023, a true mix of old charm with modern touches of art deco and Scandinavian design.
The home is conveniently located in ‘Lakeview’ with a 20min walk to Wrigley Field and 10min to the Brown Line.
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$160
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4 hr min
Spacious Lake View Loft
5.9 miles from Evanston, IL5.0 (45)
100 guests
This Loft is a unique and stylish venue located on Chicago north side. Situated in the Lake View neighborhood, this venue is the perfect location for hosting events of all kinds, including corporate events, birthdays, receptions, and all type of social gatherings. The exposed brick also
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$135
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3 hr min
Classically modern Large Family Home In Lincoln Park
6.8 miles from Evanston, IL5.0 (29)
20 guests
**Perfect setting for commercials, television and movie filming**
A mix of luxury and comfort this home is perfect for large video and photo shoots. The home is contemporary, family friendly, extra wide and has high ceilings throughout. The colors are neutral grey and the home
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$375
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4 hr min
Wicker Park Mansion w/Open Floor Plan, 5 Roof Decks, Home Theater
8.6 miles from Evanston, IL5.0 (51)
30 guests
The space is modern, new, and well furnished.
The main level is very open and can accommodate close to 1000.
There is a pool table, a foosball table, and a pinball machine
The top deck (1 of 5) is over 1600 square feet, it has an unbelievable
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$300
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3 hr min
Grandma's House - Unique Film or Photoshoot Location
8.9 miles from Evanston, IL5.0 (56)
12 guests
Grandma's House was designed by Chicago artists to mimic a Midwestern grandmother's house. It offers a full kitchen (non functional), dining area, and spacious family room.
Located in Wicker Park, this unique space has a neighborhood to match. Grandma's house is within walking distance of Wicker Park's
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$95
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2 hr min
Penthouse
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (5)
12 guests
360 Degree Views: The panoramic views of the city from the unit offer a breathtaking backdrop for any production. With no obstructions to the view, filmmakers and photographers can capture stunning shots of the city skyline, both day and night.
Expansive Balcony: The wrap around balcony that
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$200
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3 hr min
Artsy Urban Historic House
Serving the Evanston, IL area4.7 (3)
20 guests
This lovingly curated space has uniquely painted rooms with blue/teal themes, lots of art, hardwood flooring throughout, and more plants than you can shake a stick at. The space works well for filming, photography, or hosting parties. There are two adjacent/open living rooms, one of
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$90
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2 hr min
River Forest Mid-Century Modern Ranch (10 miles outside Downtown Chicago)
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (6)
60 guests
Our Mid Century modern ranch house sits across the street from Thatcher Woods in River Forest. It was designed built in 1947 by a concrete contractor and designed by Frank Lloyd Wright's apprentice. Since living here, my husband (who is also an architect) and I (
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$250
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2 hr min
Country farm house in the suburbs with a creek and bridge!
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (13)
40 guests
Space is perfect for small gatherings and photoshoots! The yard is large and has dynamic settings: evergreen swing hammock area, bridge to garden area and chickens, creek around the perimeter of the property, large willow trees, etc.
Open kitchen with island and peninsula
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$125
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1 hr min
Midcentury Modern on the River
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (3)
120 guests
A Midcentury Modern gem on 4 acres right off the highway. 45 minutes from Chicago. Secluded and serene and perfect for your production!
This house was built in 1957 by an architect as his own home. It is situated on the Des Plaines River in such
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$200
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5 hr min
CasaNova Modern City Living
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (2)
15 guests
Sprawling 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath 4 Story house nestled on private cul de sac in a residential area. Chicago's North Kenwood/Bronzeville neighborhood walking distance to the lakefront and 10 min drive to just about anywhere in city's loop. Features open floor plan with hardwood floors, fireplace
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$350
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3 hr min
Secluded Mansion in Riverwoods
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (3)
30 guests
Unique Mansion in a secluded area of Riverwoods. Our property is suitable for movie sets and photo shoots. The house has more than 6000 sqft available space including a pool house and a lounge style basement complete with a bar, pool table and game area. We
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$300
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3 hr min
1906 Large Old House with a Huge Pool
Serving the Evanston, IL area4.9 (18)
50 guests
Vintage, historic home in Chicago's Western Suburbs. Built in 1906, home has 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, formal dining room, parlor, front room, family room and large outdoor space with an inground pool. This space is available for film production ONLY. Production crews will need to file
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$75
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4 hr min
A Chic Chicago Suburban Retreat
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (2)
15 guests
Discover the ultimate creative haven in the heart of the Chicago suburbs. Our beautiful home boasts a spacious upper floor with an open floor plan designed to inspire and elevate your next photoshoot, video production, or meeting space.
You'll be delighted by the natural light that floods
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$79
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4 hr min
Suburban Bungalow with Backyard Pool Oasis
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (1)
40 guests
2 bed 2bath
2 floors (garden level and 1st floor)
Front and back yard
Shed in the backyard with lawn equipment and pool supplies
Garage, heated, full of tools and a work bench
Pool, in ground 32'x40'
Outdoor fireplace
Gas & Charcoal Grills
Tropical plants throughout
Driveway that fits up to 8 cars
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$200
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4 hr min
Historic Mid Century Modern House
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (7)
50 guests
The house was designed in 1937 and constructed in 1938 as a Modernist home and studio, blending traditional Japanese domestic design with a rural American vernacular. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and the American Institute of Architects top 200 architectural
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$250
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2 hr min
Boutique Garden House in Chicago
Serving the Evanston, IL area4.9 (18)
15 guests
***THE GARDEN HOUSE***
The designs and inspirations from different styles (Vintage, mid century, modern) incorporated into one place speaks to the fact that God has made us individually unique. As a people, we are wonderfully made with differences and when we come together as a community we
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$80
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2 hr min
Suburban Modern Historic home
Serving the Evanston, IL area4.6 (8)
50 guests
We have amazing natural light. Back of home faves west and kitchen faves south. We have a newly built 17x35 ft pool with a lot of hard scape. My home has been featured on numerous websites. I have a very spacious bright white kitchen, a very
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$600
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4 hr min
Large Historic Home w/ Entertaining Patio and Carriage House Apt - Photoshoots
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (3)
60 guests
This 1914 Mediterranean Revival home is a locally designated historical landmark that includes an expansive outdoor patio and detached carriage/guest house. The outdoor area has been featured on the cover of Better Home & Gardens. And the indoors have been utilized for numerous photo/video shoots for
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$250
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4 hr min
Hollywood Style Mansion from the 1930’s
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (76)
15 guests
1930’s era original mansion. The house has unique features that are representative of the era. The exterior is of southwest stucco design. Large rooms include a formal dining room and living room with a grand staircase.
Tall ceilings and ornate fixtures and chandeliers throughout the home.
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$140
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2 hr min
Dreamy Private Lake House
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (1)
30 guests
6,400 sq ft beautiful well kept home on 4 acre lot with your own private lake great for any gathering, luncheon, cookout, family or corporate event.
A beautiful open full sized kitchen (large full size fridge, large full sized freezer) to host any cooking or private
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$140
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4 hr min
Unique Scandinavian-Inspired Traditional Home
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (8)
50 guests
This amazing, custom built, Scandinavian inspired traditional home is located in Lisle, Illinois, 25 miles west of Downtown Chicago. Built in 2001, the home has recently been fully renovated. The house includes a main residence and in law residence, combined to total 7,889 square feet
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$250
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4 hr min
3.5 acre Property with a Pond in the Backyard
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (5)
50 guests
Book our home conveniently located 7 minutes north of Route 88 in West Chicago, IL. Parking for 30+ cars, including large trailers. Access to a dock and a paddle boat on the pond.
Please inquire via Peerspace messaging if you have any questions or
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$250
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4 hr min
New-Build Chic Entertaining Transitional-Style Home
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (7)
15 guests
3800 sq ft new build was completed March 2022 with engineered hardwood flooring, floor to ceiling windows, and an open floor plan. Five bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms all with beautifully styled finishes.
This open kitchen with custom cabinetry brags two islands that seat six with full Calacatta
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$180
/hr
6 hr min
HOUSE OF STYLE
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (2)
15 guests
My space can be used for video shoots, photo shoots, meet and greets, backyard bbq. The blue color scheme gives it a vibe also it is modern and up to date. It gives a bling vibe and there is plenty of space for your needs. There
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$75
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4 hr min
AMAZING Ojibwa Lodge Log Home perfect for holiday shoots also has an HGTV backyard!
Serving the Evanston, IL area5.0 (1)
20 guests
This space is truly amazing log home built by Montana Log Homes 5000 square feet equipped with wine cellar, bar, pool table, shuffleboard, 4 bedrooms, 16' canoe, outdoor fireplace, fire it, small pond and hot tub this place is perfect for a movie
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$250
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4 hr min
River House
Serving the Evanston, IL area20 guests
Welcome to River House. This lovely space is thoughtfully decorated in a beautiful mid century modern style with vintage and new pieces working together to create a truly unique and eccentric space. There are pops of color brought into the design of the space through art
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$150
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4 hr min
Pond House
Serving the Evanston, IL area20 guests
The Pond House is a vintage glass cabin filled with art, water views & eclectic vibes privately perched on the sacred grounds of Hackmatack Retreat Center. Native prairie, a winding slow river, two ponds, 200+ year old oaks & big sky Countless places to curl
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$150
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4 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through March 2026.
How much does a lake house cost to rent in Evanston?
Lake houses in Evanston average $42 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $163, whereas larger venues run about $246 per hour.
lake houses Pricing Range in Evanston, IL
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for lake houses venues in Evanston, ranging between $162.93 and $246.
$42/hr average
What's the best day to rent a lake house in Evanston?
Wednesdays are the most popular day for booking lake houses in Evanston.
How popular are lake houses in Evanston?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1601 people into their lake houses with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
How long do people rent lake houses in Evanston?
Most lake houses are scheduled for 8 hours, with 10 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Lake Houses starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
lake houses Booking Times in Evanston, IL
Image representing average rental time for lake houses in Evanston, emphasizing most start between 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Updated February 26, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.