
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL Under $1,200 (49 Rentals)


1630 Central St

1400 Chicago Ave

1416 Central Ave

The Fladler Building

1419 Washington St

820 Judson Ave

1303 Maple

6351 N Lakewood Ave
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1735 W Pratt Blvd

1624-1626 W Morse Ave

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Greenleaf Apartments

7516-7524 N Seeley Ave

7000-7006 N Western Ave
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6301 N Winthrop Ave

1623-1633 West Lunt Avenue

6439-45 N Richmond St

6830 N Sheridan Rd

7443 N Claremont Ave

7301 N Ridge Blvd

6726 N Glenwood Ave

Winchester 7363 N

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1456 W Birchwood

Prince Edward Manor

1104 W Columbia

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Lunt Apartments

2801-2809 W Lunt Avenue Apartments

Oakley Apartments
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Touhy - by - the - Lake

Levy House

1662 W. Farwell Ave.

1350 W Hood Ave

1417 W Sherwin Ave

7320-7330 N Ridge Ave

WASHTENAW

8309 Keating Ave

Braeden At The Beach
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Evanston, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Evanston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evanston Studio Apartments | $1,669 | $700 | $3,426 |
| Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,256 | $945 | $5,540 |
| Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,793 | $1,400 | $7,285 |
| Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,396 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
| Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,787 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| Evanston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,860 | $4,200 | $5,750 |
| Evanston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,600 | $750 | $7,350 |
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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 The Sovereign listed at $1,257.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Evanston Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Evanston is $2,256.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Evanston is a 958 square feet unit starting from $2,794 at Evanston Place.
What is the average size for Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Evanston is currently 1,200 sq ft.
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