
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL (127 Rentals)


The Main

1555 Oak Ave

The Scholar Apartments

The Park Evanston

Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

1717 Apartments

The Reserve

Maple Grove Apartments

1500 Chicago Ave
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Main Station Apartments

1940 Sherman Ave.

829 Foster St.

Tapestry Station

1312 Oak Ave, Unit M04H

1000 Crain St, Unit 1000-2

1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 1

1033 Dempster Street, Unit S3

718 Foster St, Unit Room

917 - 919 Chicago Ave
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Carter Frederick Apartments

The Residences of Sherman Plaza

Optima Towers

834-40 Judson Ave.

Sienna Court Condominium

Grand Bend at Green Bay

Ridge Davis Cooperative Apartments

Commons of Evanston

843-849 Ridge Ave

1813 Dempster St
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917-925 Hinman Ave

811-813 Foster St

Six Evanston 1BR Townhouses

800 Dempster St

910 Hinman Ave

1009 Wesley Ave

810-816 W Main St

1414 Elmwood Ave

240 Lee St

Lindgren House
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825 Main St

Amherst Condo

1525 Greenleaf

1226-1228 Elmwood Ave

835 Ridge Ave

Ridgeview Tower

602 Lake St

833 Hamlin St

1026 Garnett Pl
Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Evanston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Evanston Studio Apartments | $1,741 | $1,145 | $2,799 |
Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $850 | $6,000 |
| Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $1,700 | $4,800 |
| Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,467 | $2,050 | $4,950 |
| Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,087 | $4,600 | $5,700 |
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There are currently 127 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL.
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Largest Available Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Evanston area of Chicago, IL is found at The Park Evanston and is listed at 1,058 square feet priced from $3,357. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Park Evanston | One Bedroom Q with Den | 1,058 Sq Ft | $3,357 |
| Evanston Place | The Winnetka | 958 Sq Ft | $2,783 |
| The Main | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH B5 | 853 Sq Ft | $3,022 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B7 | 793 Sq Ft | $3,151 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A6 | 695 Sq Ft | $1,466 |
| 1717 Apartments | B2 | 681 Sq Ft | $2,889 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 675 Sq Ft | $1,967 |
| Tapestry Station | The Main | 520 Sq Ft | $2,375 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Evanston of Chicago, IL is the 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A6 Model starting from $1,466 at Main Station Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Evanston is currently $2,380. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A6 | $1,466 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | $1,967 |
| Tapestry Station | The Main | $2,375 |
| Evanston Place | The Chicago | $2,440 |
| 1555 Oak Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,500 |
| The Park Evanston | One Bedroom G1 | $2,590 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B2 | $2,713 |
| 1717 Apartments | B2 | $2,889 |
| The Main | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH B5 | $3,022 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Evanston with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Evanston is at Main Station Apartments listed at $1,466.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Evanston is $2,380.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Evanston is a 1,058 square feet unit starting from $3,357 at The Park Evanston.
What is the average size for Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Evanston is currently 537 sq ft.
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