
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL (151 Rentals)


Albion Evanston

The Main

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1555 Oak Ave

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Evanston Place

The Scholar Apartments

The Park Evanston

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Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

1706 Sherman Ave.

2030 Greenwood St
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1717 Evanston

Maple Grove Apartments

1500 Chicago Ave

Main Station Apartments

829 Foster St.

1940 Sherman Ave.

Tapestry Station

2200-10 Sherman Ave.

2228-38 Sherman Ave. / 803-809 Noyes St.

2210-22 Maple Ave.
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1410 Chicago

1627-45 Ridge Ave.

1575 Oak

2212-26 Sherman Ave.

1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.

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1130 Maple

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1128 Maple Ave, Unit Garden-Rear, Unit Garden-Rear

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2211 Maple Ave

1236 Chicago Ave, Unit 403, Unit 403

2206 Maple Ave
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1453 Maple Ave, Unit B01

312 Lee St, Unit 3

1400 Chicago Ave, Unit 408

1454 Oak Ave, Unit G

909 Elmwood Ave, Unit H3

1128 Maple Ave, Unit GRR

1312 Oak Ave, Unit S3

1452 Oak Ave, Unit 54-3E

1025 Dempster St, Unit unit 1309 s1

1400 Chicago Ave, Unit 804
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905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 09-H3

1452 Oak Ave, Unit 54-G

1400 Chicago Ave, Unit 208

913 Maple Ave, Unit RRG

802 Dempster St

1806 Colfax St

2144 Ashland Ave

1834 Ridge Ave

2404 Ridge Ave
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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 | $2,154 | $1,350 | $2,773 |
Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $1,425 | $3,722 |
| Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,290 | $1,450 | $5,306 |
| Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,796 | $2,450 | $6,025 |
| Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,462 | $2,295 | $4,700 |
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There are currently 151 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 Evanston Place and is listed at 958 square feet priced from $2,834. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evanston Place | A7 | 958 Sq Ft | $2,834 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | B8-Den | 944 Sq Ft | $3,672 |
| The Main | 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH B3 | 803 Sq Ft | $2,851 |
| 1706 Sherman Ave. | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 788 Sq Ft | $2,430 |
| The Park Evanston | One Bedroom Q1 | 769 Sq Ft | $2,747 |
| 1717 Evanston | B7A | 755 Sq Ft | $3,061 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 675 Sq Ft | $1,980 |
| The Reserve | 1x1 | 645 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| Tapestry Station | The Harvard | 578 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 550 Sq Ft | $1,578 |
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 A1 Model starting from $1,578 at Main Station Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Evanston is currently $2,594. 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 A1 | $1,578 |
| 1575 Oak | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $1,695 |
| 1410 Chicago | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $1,795 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | $1,980 |
| Tapestry Station | The Payne | $2,325 |
| 1706 Sherman Ave. | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $2,430 |
| 1555 Oak Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,500 |
| The Reserve | 1x1 Elite | $2,550 |
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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 $1,578.
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 $2,594.
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 958 square feet unit starting from $2,834 at Evanston Place.
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 1,200 sq ft.
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