Light, bright and rarely available 3 bedroom Ivy Court townhome is just steps to downtown Evanston. Meticulously maintained by only 2 owners, this spacious home overlooks a professionally landscaped, gated courtyard and has streaming sunlight all day long from generous east and west windows and doors. The courtyard entrance offers a foyer with closet and powder room leading to an open kitchen with breakfast bar, dining room, living room with a gas fireplace, built-ins and a wall of windows. Upstairs you will find the generous primary suite with open den that could be a home office and walk in closet in addition to two bedrooms, a hall bathroom and laundry. The walk out lower level has a family room, 3rd full bathroom, storage and access to a second patio space. Features include high ceilings, hardwood floors, 2 heated garage spaces directly outside unit along with storage and maintenance free living. Unbeatable Walkability - 1 Minute: Northwestern Shuttle stop at the corner and Farmer's Market across the street. 5 Minutes: CTA & Metra trains, vibrant restaurants, movies and performing arts theaters, Fountain Square. 10 Minutes: Northwestern campus and Evanston Public Library. 15 Minutes: Lake Michigan's pristine sandy beaches and lakefront parks. A wonderful single family home or high rise condo alternative.