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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 $900 (29 Rentals)
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1703-13 Ridge Ave.
1703-1713 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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$1,520
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2762 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID521
2762 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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$1,630
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2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL2-ID953
2752 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
1937 Central St
EvanstonIL60201
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$1,750
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1939 Central St, Unit c
1939 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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$1,920
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2752 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID956
2752 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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$2,120
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2740 Hampton Pkwy, Unit SI FL1-ID520
2740 Hampton PkwyEvanston, IL 60201
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$2,300
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2031 Church St, Unit #2
2031 Church StEvanston, IL 60201
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$2,395 - $2,895
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1411 Emerson St
1411 Emerson StEvanston, IL 60201
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$2,413 - $11,859
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1717 Evanston
1717 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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The Reserve
1930 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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$2,576 - $4,805
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Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes
1727 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
2611 Walnut Ave, Unit 3
2611 Walnut Ave
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
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1834 Ridge Ave
EvanstonIL60201
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2321 Central
2321 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
1705 Simpson St
EvanstonIL60201
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1620 Central
1720 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
2017 Foster St
EvanstonIL60201
2224 Foster St
EvanstonIL60201
1228 Emerson St
EvanstonIL60201
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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 | $2,414 | $2,413 | $2,415 |
| Central Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,739 | $1,200 | $3,787 |
| Central Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,528 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Central Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $2,300 | $4,695 |
| Central Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $2,295 | $3,240 |
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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 |
| 1717 Evanston | A1 | Studio,1BA | $2,413 |
| The Reserve | 1x1 Elite | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B7 | 1BR,1BA | $3,176 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Street, IL
As of July 27, 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 $6,555. The second greatest value Central Street apartment is the 1411 Emerson St Model at 1411 Emerson St 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 | 1411 Emerson St | 4BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| 2031 Church St, Unit #2 | 2031 Church St | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| 2722 Central St, Unit 4S | 2722 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 1801 Lyons St | 1801 Lyons St | 4BR,1.5BA | $3.24 |
| The Reserve | 2x1 Elite | 2BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| 1939 Central St, Unit c | 1939 Central St | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B5a | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| 2730 Hampton Parkway | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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 $7,000.
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 31 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 $1,268 which is $5,732 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Street.
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