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

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The Oak Crest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oak Crest

1570 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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860 Hinman
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

860 Hinman

860 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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722 Clark St
Studio Apartments

722 Clark St

722 Clark StEvanston, IL 60201
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996-1012 Main St
Studio Apartments

996-1012 Main St

996-1012 Main StEvanston, IL 60202
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The Stewart
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Stewart

1311 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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905-915 Elmwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

905-915 Elmwood

905-915 ElmwoodEvanston, IL 60202
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1575 Oak
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1575 Oak

1575 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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617 Grove
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

617 Grove

617-625 Grove StEvanston, IL 60201
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1410 Chicago
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Chicago

1410 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1419 Washington St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1419 Washington St

1419 Washington StEvanston, IL 60202
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930-36 Judson Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

930-36 Judson Ave

930-36 JudsonEvanston, IL 60202
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1627-45 Ridge Ave.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1627-45 Ridge Ave.

1130 Church StEvanston, IL 60201
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941 Chicago Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

941 Chicago Ave

941 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1703-13 Ridge Ave.
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

1703-1713 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1303 Maple
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1303 Maple

1301-1311 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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908-922 Main Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

908-922 Main Street

908-922 Main StEvanston, IL 60202
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2146 Sherman Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2146 Sherman Ave

2146 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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2212-26 Sherman Ave.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2212-26 Sherman Ave.

2212-2226 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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828 Lofts
Studio Apartments

828 Lofts

828 Noyes StEvanston, IL 60201
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1019-1021 Dempster St
4 Bedroom Apartments

1019-1021 Dempster St

1019-1021 Dempster StEvanston, IL 60201
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1243-1249 Judson Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1243-1249 Judson Ave

1243-1249 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1615-25 Ridge Ave.
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1615-25 Ridge Ave.

1615-25 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201

Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1400 Chicago AveStudioStudio,1BA$960
1500 Chicago AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Evanston Neighborhood Properties1 br 1bth1BR,1BA$1,510
415 PREMIER APARTMENTSS2Studio,1BA$1,662
910-916 Judson2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,745
Main Station Apartments2 Bedroom Floor Plan B12BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1132 Darrow Ave, Unit 11132 Darrow Ave4BR,2BA$1.84
1025 Sherman Ave, Unit CH1025 Sherman Ave3BR,2BA$1.89
Evanston Neighborhood Properties4 br 2bth Avail 9/1/244BR,2BA$1.96
910-916 Judson2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.69
Maple Grove Apartments2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B12BR,2BA$2.32
1145 Maple Ave1145 Maple Ave2BR,1BA$2.35
925 Forest Ave, Unit 25-G925 Forest Ave2BR,1BA$1.70
1139 Oak Ave, Unit E31139 Oak Ave2BR,1BA$2.30
1312 Oak, Unit M06B1312 Oak2BR,1BA$1.99
1033 Dempster St, Unit w31033 Dempster St1BR,1BA$1.86

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Evanston, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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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