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Howard Street runs along Evanston’s southern edge, where residential blocks meet the commercial corridor and the Chicago border. The area has a four-season Midwestern climate, with cold, snowy winters and warm summers. Shops and restaurants line Howard Street, while nearby Main Street adds cafés, dining, and everyday errands. The Purple Line and Red Line meet at Howard station, and CTA and Pace buses provide additional connections; walking and biking are practical for local trips. Lake Michigan and Evanston’s lakefront parks are farther north, while neighborhood streets offer green spaces and places to stroll. The area’s history is tied to Evanston’s growth as a rail-connected city and to Howard Street’s role as a busy boundary and transit hub. For the Howard Street neighborhood, the median rent is $1,900 per month and the typical range is $1,050 to $2,950.