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1555 Oak Ave
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$2,500
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1555 Oak Ave

1555 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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Evanston Place
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$2,610 - $2,865
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$2,411 - $12,916
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$2,411 - $12,916
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Evanston Place

1715 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1717 Evanston
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$2,666 - $2,858
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$2,687 - $17,737
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1717 Evanston

1717 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1131 Oak Ave, Unit J01W
$2,495
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1131 Oak Ave, Unit J01W

1131 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1131 Oak Ave
$2,495
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$2,495 - $3,195
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$2,495 - $3,195
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1131 Oak Ave

1131 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1128 Maple Ave
$2,295
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$2,295 - $2,595
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1128 Maple Ave

1128 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1901 Central St
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1901 Central St

1901 Central StEvanston, IL 60201

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Optima Towers
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Optima Towers

1580 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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London Court
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London Court

3500 Church STEvanston, IL 60203
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1630 Central St
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1630 Central St

1630 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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Sure Man, LLC
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Sure Man, LLC

834 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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820 Reba
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820 Reba

820 Reba PlEvanston, IL 60202
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1415 Howard St
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1415 Howard St

1415 Howard StEvanston, IL 60202

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Largest Available Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Evanston, IL is found at AMLI Evanston in the Evanston neighborhood and is 1,237 square feet priced from $3,740. 550 Sheridan Square has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 967 square feet and currently listed start at $3,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Evanston:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
AMLI EvanstonA8401,237 Sq Ft$3,740
550 Sheridan Square05967 Sq Ft$3,000
Optima Old Orchard WoodsA3957 Sq Ft$2,435
1638 W. Chase1 Bedroom950 Sq Ft$1,550
460 Winnetka Ave.Winnetka - 1 bedroom 915915 Sq Ft$1,950
1717 EvanstonB9833 Sq Ft$2,897
2545 W Fitch1x1L800 Sq Ft$1,590
The Reserve1x1780 Sq Ft$2,525
The Park EvanstonOne Bedroom P1763 Sq Ft$2,859
The Scholar ApartmentsOne Bedroom A5751 Sq Ft$3,115

Cheapest Available Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Evanston, IL is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,200 at 2730 Hampton Parkway in the Evanston neighborhood. The second most affordable Evanston 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at 6540 N. Ashland starting at $1,360 in the Rogers Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Evanston is currently $2,154. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Evanston:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
2730 Hampton Parkway1BR/1.0BA$1,200
6540 N. Ashland1 Bedroom$1,360
2545 W Fitch1x1S$1,430
820 Reba1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,445
1351 W. Touhy Ave.1 Bedroom | 1 Bath (B1)$1,495
309-311 Sherman Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,495

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Evanston Overview

Twelve miles south of Chicago lies the town of Evanston Illinois with a population of 75 658 according to the 2014 census With its commitment to reducing its carbon footsteps and becoming more energyfriendly this increases the quality of life for the whole community You can enjoy activities in the nearby urban sprawl and come back to this cozy area to unwind when you live in one of our Evanston apartments

Why live in Evanston, IL?

Evanston is the epitome of having the best of both worlds. You live close enough to the urban area, yet it has the feel of a hometown. In fact, you have so many activities in this area, you could stay in town and explore it for months without getting bored. From community functions at Northwestern University, myriads of shopping malls, superb eating joints and nightlife fun, you will find this is one of the best places to reside in one of our apartments in Evanston.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Evanston Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Evanston with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Evanston is at 2730 Hampton Parkway listed at $1,200.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Evanston Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Evanston is $2,154.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Evanston Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Evanston is a 1,237 square feet unit starting from $3,740 at AMLI Evanston.

What is the average size for Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Evanston is currently 647 sq ft.

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