Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL from $700 (115 Rentals)

Main Station Apartments

1940 Sherman Ave.

Presidential Apartments

1410 Chicago

1575 Oak

BJB Evanston - 1576 Oak

1500 Chicago Ave

829 Foster St.

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1400 Chicago Ave

The Oak Crest

1729-1745 Sherman Ave

996-1012 Main St

905-915 Elmwood

860 Hinman

The Stewart

1303 Maple

617 Grove

1000 Hinman
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828 Lofts

Lakeside 6241

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6913 N Lakewood Ave, Unit #409, Unit #409

The Sovereign

1440 W Howard St, Unit Apt. 8

1440 W Howard St, Unit Apt. 17

1528 W Pratt Blvd

1442 W Howard St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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6948 N Ashland Blvd, Unit #207, Unit #207

6930 N Greenview Ave
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1456 W Fargo Ave

Sheridan Apartments

1923 W Granville Ave

The Vivian

1730 W. Greenleaf Ave

1546 W Jonquil Terrace

Greenview Apartments

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7451 N Greenview Ave

1263 W Pratt Blvd

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6200 N Clark St, Unit 26-3A, Unit 26-3A
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1601 W Thome Ave

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6966 N Sheridan Rd, Unit STUDIO - 3B, Unit STUDIO - 3B

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7763 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 1, Unit 1

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1523 W Morse Ave, Unit #3, Unit #3

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1525 W Morse Ave, Unit 205, Unit 205

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6651 N California Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

6954 Sheridan

7608 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 202, Unit 202

1522 W Sherwin Ave

1517 W Sherwin Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Evanston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evanston Studio Apartments | $1,621 | $700 | $3,389 |
| Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,210 | $945 | $4,492 |
| Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $1,400 | $6,926 |
| Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,402 | $1,595 | $10,000+ |
| Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,311 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| Evanston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $3,350 | $5,800 |
| Evanston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,616 | $850 | $7,350 |
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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 1528 W Pratt Blvd listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Evanston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Evanston Apartment is $1,050 at 1528 W Pratt Blvd.
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 $1,050 at 1528 W Pratt Blvd.
What is the most affordable Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1528 W Pratt Blvd and starts from $1,050.
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