Cheap Homes for Rent in Northwestern Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $1,100 (12 Rentals)

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Northwestern, Evanston, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwestern Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwestern area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Evanston Neighborhood Properties priced from $1,145. Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Northwestern apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway1/1.01BR,1BA$1,495
1717 ApartmentsA1Studio,1BA$2,176
Albion EvanstonS03Studio,1BA$2,250
The Reserve at Evanston1x11BR,1BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwestern, IL

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwestern area is the $2.14 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms Floor Plan C1 Model at Maple Grove Apartments in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $2,840. The second greatest value Northwestern apartment is the Two Bedroom B6 Model at The Scholar Apartments starting at $3,895 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Northwestern neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwestern apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Maple Grove Apartments3 Bedrooms Floor Plan C13BR,2BA$2.14
The Scholar ApartmentsTwo Bedroom B62BR,2BA$3.05
717 Emerson St.Large Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.58
The Reserve at Evanston2x2 Elite2BR,2BA$3.35
1312 Oak, Unit M06B1312 Oak2BR,1BA$1.99
1033 Dempster St, Unit w31033 Dempster St1BR,1BA$1.99
Discover Comfortable Living at Hampton Parkway1/1.01BR,1BA$1.92
The Main1 BEDROOM 1 BATH B21BR,1BA$3.43
1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 11726 Sherman Ave1BR,1BA$2.14
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio ,1BA$3.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about Northwestern

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwestern?

There are currently 161 Apartments for Rent in Northwestern, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,145 to $25,300. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwestern ranging from $1,100 to $11,250.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwestern ranges from $1,100 to $11,250 with an average monthly rent of $4,301.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwestern range from $2,100 to $25,300, 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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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