
Gated Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL (144 Rentals)


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The Scholar Apartments

Evanston Place

Albion Evanston

2129 Ridge Avenue

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AMLI Evanston

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1500 Chicago Ave

1706 Sherman Ave

The Lofts & Residences

1326 Chicago Ave.
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1233 Chicago Ave

2211 Maple Ave, Unit 203

2007 Darrow Ave, Unit 2nd Floor
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The Vivian

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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 |
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Evanston Gated Studio Apartments | $1,654 | $700 | $4,912 |
Evanston Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $945 | $10,000+ |
Evanston Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,671 | $1,450 | $6,979 |
Evanston Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $1,695 | $7,357 |
Evanston Gated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,561 | $2,350 | $10,000+ |
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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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Evanston Twp High School
Chute Middle School
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Getting Around Evanston, IL
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Evanston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Evanston?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Evanston is at Lakeside 6241 listed at $700.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Evanston Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Evanston is $1,915.
What is the largest Gated Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Evanston is a 2,400 square feet unit starting from $3,150 at 1432 W Jonquil Terrace, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Evanston Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Evanston is currently at 668 sq ft.
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