Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $1,300 (44 Rentals)

905 Elmwood Ave

906 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-G1

1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 1

1303 Elmwood Ave

Main Station Apartments

1400 Chicago Ave
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1452 Oak Ave

1454 Oak Ave

1025 Dempster St

1500 Chicago Ave

1310 Oak

909 Elmwood Ave

909 Elmwood Ave

911 Elmwood Ave
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1033 Dempster Street, Unit W1

1033 Dempster St, Unit E3

925 Forest Ave

1316 Oak Ave

925 Forest Ave
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1028 Dempster St

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1036 Dempster St
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 | $2,525 | $890 | $4,984 |
Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,892 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,370 | $1,600 | $5,200 |
Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,841 | $2,345 | $6,194 |
Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,838 | $4,326 | $5,350 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood in Evanston, IL
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
56 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Evanston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Evanston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Evanston is at 1233 Chicago Ave listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment is $1,300 at 1233 Chicago Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Evanston is starting from $1,300 at 1233 Chicago Ave.
What is the most affordable Downtown Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1233 Chicago Ave and starts from $1,300.
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