516 Greenwood Street brings Evanston history, home life, and modern work together in one remarkable address.

Set in Evanston and connected to the Lakeshore Historic District, 516 Greenwood Street is one half of the historic 516โ€“518 Greenwood double house, designed by Asa Lyon and now being restored as a private residence and a thoughtful base for consulting and wellness work.

Front exterior of 516 Greenwood Street in Evanston, Illinois

The House

A distinct Evanston address

516 Greenwood Street stands within Evanstonโ€™s architectural story as a named-architect property tied to Asa Lyon, widely recognized as the cityโ€™s first architect, giving this home a direct place in the cityโ€™s built legacy.

Its significance extends beyond age alone. As one half of a matched double house near Evanstonโ€™s lakefront historic fabric and within the Lakeshore Historic District context, the property reflects a rare blend of neighborhood identity, residential heritage, and everyday lived purpose.

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Built in 1891
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Asa Lyon design
Home to Northwestern Univ
Work & Wellness

A home with modern purpose

Alongside its restoration as a primary residence, the property supports a small group of consulting and wellness ventures working remotely from one shared address.

Mitarbet Consulting

Consulting work grounded in strategy, insight, and independent practice.


Vibrations Technologies

Technology-focused work developed within a calm residential setting.


Dr Josie Recommends

Wellness-oriented guidance and recommendations shaped by trusted expertise.


Trevi Longevity and Asthestics

A longevity and aesthetics brand connected to thoughtful, modern wellbeing.

Exterior character

The visual story of 516 Greenwood Street begins outside, where scale, symmetry, and historic detail define the homeโ€™s presence while restoration continues within.

Northwestern University campus view in Evanston Residential exterior with mature trees and lawn Traditional historic-style house exterior Architectural exterior detail image
Northwestern University campus view in Evanston Residential exterior with mature trees and lawn Traditional historic-style house exterior Architectural exterior detail image
Northwestern University campus view in Evanston Residential exterior with mature trees and lawn Traditional historic-style house exterior Architectural exterior detail image
Northwestern University campus view in Evanston Residential exterior with mature trees and lawn Traditional historic-style house exterior Architectural exterior detail image
Northwestern University campus view in Evanston Residential exterior with mature trees and lawn Traditional historic-style house exterior Architectural exterior detail image
Northwestern University campus view in Evanston Residential exterior with mature trees and lawn Traditional historic-style house exterior Architectural exterior detail image

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Address 516 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL 60201

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