
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dewey-Darrow Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $800 (40 Rentals)
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Evanston Neighborhood Properties

1940 Sherman Ave.

Presidential Apartments

901 Austin St

1500 Chicago Ave

1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 1

1624 Washington St
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1312 Oak Ave, Unit M04H

1033 Dempster Street, Unit S3

509 Main St

1000 Hinman

1308 Sherman Ave, Unit 3N

732 Reba Pl, Unit C1

The Oak Crest

917 - 919 Chicago Ave
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860 Hinman

722 Clark St

1729-1745 Sherman Ave

905-915 Elmwood

The Stewart

996-1012 Main St

1303 Maple

1410 Chicago
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1575 Oak

1419 Washington St

617 Grove

824 - 830 Washington St.

1233 Chicago Ave

817 Seward St

941 Chicago Ave

1703-13 Ridge Ave.
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1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.

908-922 Main Street

828-834 Reba Pl

548-558 Elmwood Ave

620 Barton Ave

1019-1021 Dempster St

2002 Emerson St

8411 Christiana Ave
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Dewey-Darrow, Evanston, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dewey-Darrow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dewey-Darrow Studio Apartments | $1,835 | $1,145 | $2,799 |
| Dewey-Darrow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $850 | $6,000 |
| Dewey-Darrow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,495 | $7,999 |
| Dewey-Darrow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,771 | $2,050 | $9,863 |
| Dewey-Darrow 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,883 | $4,600 | $5,350 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Dewey-Darrow Neighborhood of Evanston, IL.
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Cheapest Available Dewey-Darrow Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dewey-Darrow area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Evanston Neighborhood Properties priced from $1,145. Presidential Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,430. Here are the most affordable Dewey-Darrow apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Presidential Apartments | Convertible Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,430 |
| 1500 Chicago Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 1000 Hinman | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Tapestry Station | A6 | Studio,1BA | $1,875 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,967 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dewey-Darrow, IL
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dewey-Darrow area is the $1.48 price per square foot 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom Model at 1615-25 Ridge Ave. in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Dewey-Darrow apartment is the 1307 Washington St Model at 1307 Washington St, Unit Evanston Loft Apartment starting at $2,875 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Southeast Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dewey-Darrow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1615-25 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 1307 Washington St, Unit Evanston Loft Apartment | 1307 Washington St | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| 2030 Greenwood St | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| 1145 Maple Ave, Unit 2 | 1145 Maple Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| 1131 Oak Ave, Unit 1135-2E | 1131 Oak Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| 1033 Dempster St, Unit A06C | 1033 Dempster St | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 918 Crain St, Unit GDN West | 918 Crain St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 1136 Maple Ave, Unit Unit 1137-1E | 1136 Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| 1000 Hinman | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 1 | 1726 Sherman Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDewey-Darrow, Evanston, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Dewey-Darrow, Evanston, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dewey-Darrow Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dewey-Darrow?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dewey-Darrow is under $1,967.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dewey-Darrow?
The cheapest apartment in Dewey-Darrow is Presidential Apartments which is listed at $1,785, while the average apartment in Dewey-Darrow costs $4,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dewey-Darrow?
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 1 regular apartments in Dewey-Darrow 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 Dewey-Darrow?
Cheap apartments in Dewey-Darrow have an average cost of $947 which is $3,753 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dewey-Darrow.
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