Cheap Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL from $600 (308 Rentals)

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708 Seward St, Unit 2S
$1,450
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$1,450
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708 Seward StEvanston, IL 60202
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730 Reba Pl, Unit 1B
$1,550
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$1,550
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730 Reba Pl, Unit 1B

730 Reba PlEvanston, IL 60202
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$1,695 - $1,895

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2727 Central St

EvanstonIL60201
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1033 Dempster Street
$1,795 - $2,295
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$1,795 - $2,295
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1033 Dempster Street

1033 Dempster StreetEvanston, IL 60201
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The Oak Crest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oak Crest

1570 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1400-06 Central St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1400-06 Central St.

1400-1406 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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996-1012 Main St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

996-1012 Main St

996-1012 Main StEvanston, IL 60202
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1416 Central Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1416 Central Ave

1416-1422 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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905-915 Elmwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

905-915 Elmwood

905-915 ElmwoodEvanston, IL 60202
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860 Hinman
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

860 Hinman

860 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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The Stewart
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Stewart

1311 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1630 Central St
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1630 Central St

1630 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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820 Judson Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

820 Judson Ave

820 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1419 Washington St
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1419 Washington St

1419 Washington StEvanston, IL 60202
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1303 Maple
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1303 Maple

1301-1311 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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617 Grove
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617 Grove

617-625 Grove StEvanston, IL 60201
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1233 Chicago Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1233 Chicago Ave

1233 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202

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Evanston, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Evanston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Evanston, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2730 Hampton Parkway in the Northwestern neighborhood priced from $1,200. 6600 Ashland in the Rogers Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Evanston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2730 Hampton Parkway1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,200
6600 Ashland1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,325
The 1521 Sherwin0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Evanston area is the $1.08 price per square foot 6441 N Francisco Ave Model at 6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 2 in the in the West Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Evanston apartment is the 6354 N Paulina St Model at 6354 N Paulina St, Unit GroundLevel starting at $2,400 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Edgewater 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.
6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 26441 N Francisco Ave3BR,2BA$1.08
6354 N Paulina St, Unit GroundLevel6354 N Paulina St2BR,2BA$1.26
7408 N Hoyne Ave, Unit 37408 N Hoyne Ave3BR,2BA$1.59
6412 N Oakley Ave, Unit 1st floor6412 N Oakley Ave3BR,1BA$1.48
2050 W Farwell Ave, Unit G2050 W Farwell Ave1BR,1BA$1.17
6542 N Mozart St, Unit Apt.#26542 N Mozart St3BR,2BA$1.43
1714 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 14-2E1714 W Jonquil Ter3BR,2BA$1.32
4615-25 DavisTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
7502 N Hoyne Ave7502 N Hoyne Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
2730 Hampton Parkway1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.54

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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 Cheap Evanston Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Evanston?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Evanston is at Lakeside 1241 listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Evanston Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Evanston Apartment is $1,200 at 2730 Hampton Parkway.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Evanston Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Evanston is starting from $1,400 at 2730 Hampton Parkway.

What is the most affordable Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1351 W. Touhy Ave. and starts from $1,925.

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