Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Guide: How to Get Eevee

Q: Where Is Eevee in FireRed and LeafGreen?

Eevee is located in Celadon City, inside a large building near the center of town. It does not appear as a wild encounter anywhere in the game, so this is your one and only shot at obtaining it during a standard playthrough.

Q: Can You Get More Than One Eevee?

In a single playthrough, only one Eevee is available. If you want additional copies, you have two options: Trade an Eevee from another copy of FireRed or LeafGreen. Breed your Eevee at the Day-Care on Four Island, which becomes accessible after you unlock the Sevii Islands in the post-game. Breeding is the most practical long-term solution if you want to experiment with multiple Eeveelutions without starting a new save.

Q: What Are Eevee's Evolutions in FireRed and LeafGreen?

Eevee evolves using Evolution Stones, all of which can be purchased at the Celadon Department Store, conveniently located in the same city where you pick up Eevee.

Q: Is Eevee Shiny-Locked in FireRed and LeafGreen?

No. Eevee is not shiny-locked in these games. This means there is a chance, however slim, that the Eevee you pick up could be shiny. If you are a shiny hunter, you can soft-reset before interacting with the Poké Ball to try your luck.

Eevee is one of the most sought-after Pokémon in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, and for good reason. Its ability to branch into three distinct evolutions makes it a flexible powerhouse that fits almost any team strategy. The best part? You do not need to hunt for it in tall grass. Eevee is handed to you as a special gift Pokémon, sitting in a Poké Ball inside a building in Celadon City. Here is everything you need to know to claim it and decide what it becomes.

Where Is Eevee in FireRed and LeafGreen?

Eevee is located in Celadon City, inside a large building near the center of town. It does not appear as a wild encounter anywhere in the game, so this is your one and only shot at obtaining it during a standard playthrough.

How Do You Reach Celadon City?

If you are coming from Lavender Town, the route is straightforward:

Head west from Lavender Town onto Route 8.
Find the underground path entrance in the top-left corner of Route 8.
Travel through the underground path until you exit on the other side.
You will emerge onto Route 7.
Continue slightly east from Route 7 and you will arrive in Celadon City.

tip

Make sure your team is healthy before making the trip. Route 8 has trainers that can catch you off guard if you are unprepared.

Step-by-Step: How to Claim Eevee

Once you are inside Celadon City, follow these steps precisely:

Step 1: Find the Right Building

Locate the large building in the middle of the city.
Do not enter through the front door. The front entrance will not lead you to Eevee.
Instead, walk around to the back of the building and use the rear entrance.

Step 2: Climb to the Top Floor

Once inside via the rear entrance, head to the stairs.
Climb up to the top floor of the building.

Step 3: Pick Up the Poké Ball

On the top floor, enter the room you find there.
You will spot a Poké Ball sitting on a table.
Interact with it and you will receive Eevee at Level 25.

Eevee gift Poké Ball pickup

important

This is a one-time pickup. Once you take the Poké Ball, Eevee is gone from that spot permanently in your save file.

Can You Get More Than One Eevee?

In a single playthrough, only one Eevee is available. If you want additional copies, you have two options:

Trade an Eevee from another copy of FireRed or LeafGreen.
Breed your Eevee at the Day-Care on Four Island, which becomes accessible after you unlock the Sevii Islands in the post-game.

Breeding is the most practical long-term solution if you want to experiment with multiple Eeveelutions without starting a new save.

What Are Eevee's Evolutions in FireRed and LeafGreen?

Eevee evolves using Evolution Stones, all of which can be purchased at the Celadon Department Store, conveniently located in the same city where you pick up Eevee.

Buy Evolution Stones here

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warning

FireRed and LeafGreen do not have a day and night cycle, which means Espeon and Umbreon cannot be obtained in these games through normal play. To add them to your collection, you will need to trade from Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, or Emerald.

Which Eeveelution Should You Choose?

The right evolution depends on your team's needs:

Vaporeon is a bulky Water-type with high HP, making it excellent for tanking hits and using moves like Surf.
Jolteon is a fast Electric-type that excels at striking first with high Special Attack.
Flareon has strong Attack but limited move options in these games, making it the least versatile of the three in competitive play.

If you are covering type weaknesses on your team, Vaporeon and Jolteon tend to offer the most utility in FireRed and LeafGreen specifically.

Is Eevee Shiny-Locked in FireRed and LeafGreen?

No. Eevee is not shiny-locked in these games. This means there is a chance, however slim, that the Eevee you pick up could be shiny. If you are a shiny hunter, you can soft-reset before interacting with the Poké Ball to try your luck.