Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $1,100 (21 Rentals)

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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 Evanston Neighborhood Properties priced from $1,145. 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
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
1500 Chicago AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
1000 Hinman0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,475
910-916 Judson1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Main Station Apartments2 Bedroom Floor Plan B12BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Evanston, IL

As of April 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Evanston area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at The Lofts & Residences in the in the Downtown Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value Downtown Evanston apartment is the 1802 Hovland Ct Model at 1802 Hovland Ct, Unit 1 starting at $3,075 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Central Street 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.
The Lofts & Residences2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.67
1802 Hovland Ct, Unit 11802 Hovland Ct2BR,2BA$2.06
Maple Grove Apartments3 Bedrooms Floor Plan C13BR,2BA$2.04
830 Judson Ave, Unit 3S830 Judson Ave2BR,2BA$2.16
915 Elmwood Ave, Unit 13-A3915 Elmwood Ave2BR,1BA$2.00
1033 Dempster St, Unit A06C1033 Dempster St2BR,1BA$2.03
1312 Oak, Unit M06B1312 Oak2BR,1BA$1.99
910-916 Judson1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.81
1033 Dempster St, Unit w31033 Dempster St1BR,1BA$1.99
1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 11726 Sherman Ave1BR,1BA$2.14

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Evanston

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Evanston?

There are currently 267 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Evanston, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,145 to $24,879. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Evanston ranging from $1,100 to $11,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Evanston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Evanston ranges from $1,100 to $11,250 with an average monthly rent of $4,333.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Evanston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Evanston range from $2,100 to $24,879, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,800.

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