
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL from $700 (114 Rentals)


722 Clark St.

1410 Chicago

1940 Sherman Ave.

829 Foster St.

Evanston Neighborhood Properties

911 Elmwood Ave, Unit J1

909 Elmwood Ave, Unit O2

907 Elmwood Ave, Unit D3

Presidential Apartments
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Maple Grove Apartments

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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1442 W Howard St, Unit 18

1528 W Pratt Blvd

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7445 N Greenview Ave, Unit 222

1127 W Farwell Ave, Unit 207

The Sovereign

Sheridan Apartments

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1501 W Morse Ave

7722 N Marshfield Ave, Unit 3B
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The Vivian

1537 W Fargo Ave

1154 W Lunt Ave

1263 W Pratt Blvd

1061 W Rosemont Ave, Unit 415

Greenview Apartments

7328 N Honore St

6341 N Magnolia Ave, Unit 2A

6343 N Magnolia Ave, Unit 3E

7451 N Greenview Ave
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1110 W Rosemont Ave, Unit #808

6347 N Magnolia Ave

2754 W North Shore Ave

6954 N Sheridan Apartments

1517 W Sherwin Ave

6755 N Sheridan Rd

1546 W Jonquil Terrace

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6341 N Magnolia Ave, Unit STUDIO

6141 N Hermitage Ave

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1609 W Sherwin Ave
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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 | $1,846 | $700 | $2,978 |
| Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $945 | $5,075 |
| Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,713 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,387 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,607 | $2,295 | $10,000+ |
| Evanston 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $3,900 | $5,750 |
| Evanston 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,450 | $750 | $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 1410 Chicago listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Evanston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Evanston Apartment is $1,395 at 1410 Chicago.
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 $1,395 at 1410 Chicago.
What is the most affordable Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1410 Chicago and starts from $1,395.
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