Sherman plaza is probably the best building in Evanston; it is also expensive. The rooms are very nice, the location is right downtown and across from both the L and Metra stations, and the walk is manageable ~25 minutes or so to the glub. The management is very responsive and effective (unlike say E2), the internet works well, and the building actually maintains thermal control during the fall and spring when most of the others are sweltering. There are a lot of rules and the building is anti-party, so don't pick it if you plan on hosting a lot of friends. And most units are owned so it can be tough to find a spot. But overall its a great place to live if you want quiet and quality for a price.

Pro: Convenient location, quality finishes in units, doorman/property management very responsive, quiet (only ~30% renters)

Con: Pricey compared to other options in Evanston

Great apartment building but it costs

Apartments at Sherman Plaza are slightly pricey, but it's a great place to live in. The staff are just fantastic, it's in a convenient location (right next to the CTA & Metra stations), and if you plan to be a regular gym-goer you can get an LA Fitness membership and not even have to step outdoors to get there. The building is also wired for hi-speed Internet (which'll cost you an extra ~40-65 a month depending on whether you want 100 or 300 Mbps speeds).

I live in a one bedroom plus den and one bathroom. For a couple, it's the perfect amount of space. The closets could be a tad bigger, but overall there is sufficient storage. The kitchen appliances are outdated, but I think that will vary unit to unit. I really like the floor to ceiling windows and natural lighting. I control the temperature myself in unit which is nice. Also washer/drying in unit. Parking and a storage locker is included in my rent. The location is super central to downtown Evanston. Not as social as a building for students as others.

Sherman Plaza has been wonderful. It's a condo building, so units are generally nicer and larger than most apartment buildings. I lucked out with one of the few 1br/1ba (no den) units (~900sqft, parking and storage included). I'm on the 3rd floor, which has direct access to the resident lounge, parking garage, and LA fitness (super clutch in the winter). Floors 3-6 also have awesome lofted ceilings (11 or 12 feet high). The location is great; right next to the Metra and the L, and in the middle of all the downtown Evanston bars and restaurants, but maybe a little far from the new Global Hub. The building is quiet, which is nice, but lacks some of the community/camaraderie found at E2.

Be sure to check in advance through seniors / realtors.

Amazing building, spacious rooms, quiet and super well located. Not a party building, but close enough to everywhere in Evasnton.

Location is great though distance to school will increase for the new building. One block from the trains, close to all the hangout spots. Quiet building with indoor access to LA Fitness (you still need a membership). We are in a one bedroom with a den which has been great for late night studying and not disturbing my husband while he is sleeping. Safe and responsive building management. Included parking spot and storange cage. Since they are condos you have to deal with the owner or a real estate company and ours has been great. Beautiful views of the city, good living space, and lots of sun on the south side of the building.

Quiet building with few Kellogg students. A little on the expensive side but apartments are nice enough to warrant the extra cash. No party seen here but very centrally located so it's easy to hit all of the bar then have a quiet place to return to.

Located across the street from the El and has LA Fitness attached. Although, I was underwhelmed with LA and joined Evanston Athletic Club (2 blocks away).