
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Street Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $700 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Street area of Evanston.


2730 Hampton Parkway

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

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2740 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID520

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2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID953

1512-1522 Central St
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2727 Central St

2762 Hampton Pkwy

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2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID956

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2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit GO FL1-ID951

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1107 Church St, Unit 404

1400-06 Central St.
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1416 Central Ave

1630 Central St

The Fladler Building

2002 Emerson St

1806 Colfax St

1838 Ashland Ave
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1720 Oak Ave

2321 Central

1327 Church St

E2

2608 Bennett Ave

1116 Greenleaf Ave
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601 Green Bay Rd

422-444 Ridge Rd
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 | $2,305 | $1,995 | $2,495 |
| Central Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,643 | $1,200 | $3,747 |
| Central Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $1,400 | $9,392 |
| Central Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,815 | $2,450 | $4,896 |
| Central Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $2,295 | $4,326 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Street Neighborhood of Evanston, IL.
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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 $1,200. 1703-13 Ridge Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,450. 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 | $1,200 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 1512-1522 Central St | 2 BR 1.5 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 1717 Evanston | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,763 |
| The Residences of Wilmette | C1 | Studio,1BA | $2,895 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B5a | 1BR,1BA | $3,230 |
| The Reserve | 2x1 Elite | 2BR,1BA | $3,325 |
| Lodge Evanston | 2-bedroom "duplex" | 2BR,2BA | $3,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Street, IL
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Street area is the $1.77 price per square foot 4 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom Model at 1703-13 Ridge Ave. in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Central Street apartment is the 2-bedroom "duplex" Model at Lodge Evanston starting at $3,700 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the Northwestern 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Lodge Evanston | 2-bedroom "duplex" | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| 1229 Leon Pl, Unit #2 second flr. | 1229 Leon Pl | 3BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| 1512-1522 Central St | 2 BR 1.5 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| The Reserve | 2x1 Elite | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| 1107 Church St, Unit 404 | 1107 Church St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.99 |
| 2730 Hampton Parkway | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B5a | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| The Residences of Wilmette | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $5.29 |
| 1717 Evanston | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.94 |
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 $1,200, while the average apartment in Central Street costs $12,100.
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 9 regular apartments in Central Street that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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