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2730 Hampton Parkway
2730-2766 Hampton PkyEvanston, IL 60201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Street Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $995 (28 Rentals)
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$1,540
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Base Rent$1,540
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2762 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID521
2762 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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$1,600
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Base Rent$1,600
Total Monthly Price$1,600
2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID956
2752 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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$1,620
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Base Rent$1,620
Total Monthly Price$1,620
2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID953
2752 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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$1,925
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Base Rent$1,925
Total Monthly Price$1,925
1229 Leon Pl, Unit #1 first flr.
1229 Leon PlEvanston, IL 60201
1834 Ridge Ave, Unit 121
1834 Ridge Ave
EvanstonIL60201
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$2,0001 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 29
2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL3-ID1435
2752 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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2619 Prairie Ave
2619 Prairie AveEvanston, IL 60201
2619 Prairie Ave
EvanstonIL60201
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1703-13 Ridge Ave.
1703-1713 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
2635 Poplar Ave
EvanstonIL60201
2500 Green Bay Rd
EvanstonIL60201
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1400-06 Central St.
1400-1406 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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1416 Central Ave
1416-1422 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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1630 Central St
1630 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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The Fladler Building
1918-1920 Harrison StEvanston, IL 60201
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1512-1522 Central St
1512-1522 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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2002 Emerson St
2002 Emerson StEvanston, IL 60201
1806 Colfax St
EvanstonIL60201
1925 Grey Ave
EvanstonIL60201
2541 Prairie Ave
EvanstonIL60201
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1705 Simpson St
EvanstonIL60201
1216 Central St, Unit 3W
1216 Central St
EvanstonIL60201
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2321 Central
2321 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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307 Ridge Rd, Unit First Floor
307 Ridge RdWilmette, IL 60091
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$1,995
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601 Green Bay Rd
601 Green Bay RdWilmette, IL 60091
1310 Wilmette Ave
WilmetteIL60091
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422-444 Ridge Rd
422-444 Ridge RdWilmette, IL 60091
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Central Street, Evanston, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Street Studio Apartments | $2,226 | $1,995 | $2,690 |
| Central Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $1,100 | $3,456 |
| Central Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,410 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Central Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $2,250 | $4,650 |
| Central Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,098 | $2,795 | $6,750 |
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Cheapest Available Central Street Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Street area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2730 Hampton Parkway priced from $1,100. 1703-13 Ridge Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Central Street apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2730 Hampton Parkway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| The Reserve | 1x1 Elite | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B6 | 1BR,1BA | $3,255 |
| 1717 Evanston | C7 | 2BR,2BA | $4,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Street, IL
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Street area is the $3.75 price per square foot TH1.1-Townhome Model at E2 Apartments in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $6,553. The second greatest value Central Street apartment is the 1411 Emerson St Model at 1411 Emerson St, Unit 2 starting at $2,895 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| E2 Apartments | TH1.1-Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $3.75 |
| 1411 Emerson St, Unit 2 | 1411 Emerson St | 4BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 3 Bathroom | 3BR,3BA | $2.77 |
| HIGHPOINT Wilmette | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| 1717 Evanston | C7 | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| The Reserve | 2x1 Elite | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| 2619 Prairie Ave | 2619 Prairie Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 1229 Leon Pl, Unit #1 first flr. | 1229 Leon Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 2730 Hampton Parkway | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 307 Ridge Rd, Unit First Floor | 307 Ridge Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Street Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Street?
The cheapest apartment in Central Street is 2730 Hampton Parkway which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Central Street costs $2,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Street?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Central Street that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Street?
Cheap apartments in Central Street have an average cost of $738 which is $2,057 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Street.
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