Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $800 (45 Rentals)
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1400 Chicago Ave

1527 Greenleaf St

Main Station Apartments

829 Foster St.

1500 Chicago Ave

1033 Dempster St, Unit w3

Evanston Neighborhood Properties

1940 Sherman Ave.

910-916 Judson

1030 Dempster St, Unit e3

415 PREMIER APARTMENTS

Tapestry Station

925 Forest Ave, Unit 25-G

1000 Hinman
Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Evanston?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Evanston Studio Apartments | $2,421 | $960 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,945 | $825 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,301 | $1,560 | $5,245 |
Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,180 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,227 | $3,360 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Evanston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Evanston area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1400 Chicago Ave priced from $960. 1500 Chicago Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Downtown Evanston apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1400 Chicago Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $960 |
1500 Chicago Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Evanston Neighborhood Properties | 1 br 1bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,510 |
415 PREMIER APARTMENTS | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,662 |
910-916 Judson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Main Station Apartments | 2 Bedroom Floor Plan B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Evanston, IL
As of February 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Evanston area is the $1.84 price per square foot 1132 Darrow Ave Model at 1132 Darrow Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Downtown Evanston apartment is the 1025 Sherman Ave Model at 1025 Sherman Ave, Unit CH starting at $3,400 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Southeast Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Evanston apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1132 Darrow Ave, Unit 1 | 1132 Darrow Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.84 |
1025 Sherman Ave, Unit CH | 1025 Sherman Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.89 |
Evanston Neighborhood Properties | 4 br 2bth Avail 9/1/24 | 4BR,2BA | $1.96 |
910-916 Judson | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Maple Grove Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
1145 Maple Ave | 1145 Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
925 Forest Ave, Unit 25-G | 925 Forest Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
1139 Oak Ave, Unit E3 | 1139 Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
1312 Oak, Unit M06B | 1312 Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
1033 Dempster St, Unit w3 | 1033 Dempster St | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Evanston, Evanston, IL
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Among neighborhoods in Evanston, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL
Evanston Twp High School
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL
Evanston Twp High School
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Getting Around the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood in Evanston, IL
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
56 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Evanston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Evanston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Evanston is at 1400 Chicago Ave listed at $960.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment is $1,100 at 1400 Chicago Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Evanston is starting from $1,560 at Evanston Neighborhood Properties.
What is the most affordable Downtown Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maple Grove Apartments and starts from $2,829.
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