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Evanston, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Evanston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Evanston, IL is a Studio unit found at The Sovereign in the Edgewater neighborhood priced from $885. 6600 Ashland in the Rogers Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Evanston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The SovereignStudio - SmallStudio,1BA$885
6600 AshlandStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
6930 Greenview0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,095
Sheridan ApartmentsStudio - 05 TierStudio,1BA$1,100
1246 W. PrattStudioStudio,1BA$1,125
6720 N SheridanStudioStudio,1BA$1,135
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Evanston area is the $1.24 price per square foot 2029 W Jarvis Ave Model at 2029 W Jarvis Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Rogers Park neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value Evanston apartment is the 7726 N Paulina St #1 Model at 7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Southeast Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Evanston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2029 W Jarvis Ave, Unit 22029 W Jarvis Ave4BR,2BA$1.24
7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 27726 N Paulina St #13BR,2BA$1.14
6307 n Wayne ave, Unit 16307 n Wayne ave2BR,1BA$1.33
643 Hinman4 Beds, 1 Baths4BR,1BA$1.57
6426 N Troy St, Unit 2N6426 N Troy St3BR,1BA$1.33
7534 N Oakley Ave, Unit 17534 N Oakley Ave3BR,1BA$1.43
6315 N Glenwood Ave, Unit M08B6315 N Glenwood Ave3BR,1BA$1.63
2032 W Birchwood Ave, Unit 22032 W Birchwood Ave3BR,1BA$1.32
1544 W Glenlake Ave.2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.61
834 Hinman Ave, Unit 3834 Hinman Ave2BR,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Evanston

What type of rentals are currently available in Evanston?

There are currently 2140 Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $25,304. There are also 451 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Evanston ranging from $915 to $11,250.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Evanston ranges from $915 to $11,250 with an average monthly rent of $3,781.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Evanston range from $1,825 to $25,304, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $6,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,475.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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