
Gated Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL Under $5,500 (96 Rentals)


550 Sheridan Square

The Scholar Apartments

1717 Apartments

The Lofts & Residences

Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

1326 Chicago Ave.

Central Station
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AMLI Evanston

1706 Sherman Ave

The Park Evanston

The Main

Evanston Place

The Reserve at Evanston

Main Station Apartments

1500 Chicago Ave
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Presidential Apartments

1233 Chicago Ave

Evanston Neighborhood Properties

1432 W Jonquil Terrace, Unit 2

The Residences of Wilmette

6513 N Bosworth Ave, Unit Sunny Flat on Bosworth

1136 W Pratt Blvd, Unit Apt 3N
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1648 W Jonquil Terrace, Unit 1

7507 N Eastlake Ter, Unit 1

8350 Kimball Ave

7503 N Eastlake Ter, Unit 2

7633 N Greenview Ave, Unit 3W

Aria
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Optima Old Orchard Woods

6929 N Lakewood Ave, Unit 2

7626 N Marshfield Ave, Unit 401

7609 N Sheridan Rd, Unit 1

2415-2417 W Birchwood Ave

7639 N Eastlake Ter, Unit 2

2421 Lunt W Ave, Unit FirstFloor
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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 | $1,505 | $700 | $4,672 |
Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,178 | $945 | $10,000+ |
Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,025 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,595 | $6,685 |
Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,356 | $2,650 | $9,820 |
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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 $1,941.
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 702 sq ft.
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