
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL (166 Rentals)


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Albion Evanston

The Main

2129 Ridge Avenue

717 Emerson St.

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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.
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2030 Greenwood St

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1717 Evanston

Maple Grove Apartments

1500 Chicago Ave

Main Station Apartments

1940 Sherman Ave.

Tapestry Station

1615-25 Ridge Ave.

2200-10 Sherman Ave.

2228-38 Sherman Ave. / 803-809 Noyes St.
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2210-22 Maple Ave.

1420 Chicago

910 Judson

BJB Evanston - 1576 Oak

1627-45 Ridge Ave.

2212-26 Sherman Ave.

1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

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1209 Dewey Ave, Unit 2F, Unit 2F

1241 Chicago Ave
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1137 Oak Ave, Unit 36647, Unit 36647

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1133 Oak Ave, Unit A02C, Unit A02C

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1033 Dempster St, Unit A06C, Unit A06C

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1745 Brown Ave, Unit 1745 brown Unit 1, Unit 1745 brown Unit 1

1121 Leonard Pl

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1812 Colfax St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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312 Lee St

1128 Maple Ave

312 Lee St, Unit 2, Unit 2

2206 Maple Ave
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821 Foster St, Unit 1S, Unit 1S

1590 Elmwood Ave, Unit 901

1313 Oak Ave, Unit 1319-C2

943 Judson Ave, Unit 2

1456 Oak Ave, Unit 3N

1452 Oak Ave, Unit 56-3N

312 Lee St, Unit unit 945 1

1313 Oak Ave, Unit Unit 1319-C2

312 Lee St, Unit unit 320 2

945 Judson Ave, Unit 1
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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 | $2,167 | $1,366 | $2,773 |
| Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,599 | $1,425 | $3,722 |
Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $1,450 | $5,306 |
| Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,779 | $2,450 | $5,995 |
| Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,462 | $2,295 | $4,700 |
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Largest Available Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Evanston area of Chicago, IL is found at Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes and is listed at 1,241 square feet priced from $4,755. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | C3.2 | 1,241 Sq Ft | $4,755 |
| Evanston Place | B5 | 1,221 Sq Ft | $3,755 |
| 2030 Greenwood St | Two Bedroom | 1,200 Sq Ft | $2,800 |
| 910 Judson | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,150 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| The Park Evanston | Two Bedroom C | 1,138 Sq Ft | $3,798 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B2 | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,454 |
| The Reserve | 2x2 Elite | 1,010 Sq Ft | $3,425 |
| 1717 Evanston | C1 | 1,006 Sq Ft | $3,244 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 900 Sq Ft | $1,450 |
| 2200-10 Sherman Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 895 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Evanston of Chicago, IL is the 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom Model starting from $1,450 at 1703-13 Ridge Ave.. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Evanston is currently $3,300. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | $1,450 |
| 1627-45 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | $1,795 |
| BJB Evanston - 1576 Oak | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $1,995 |
| 910 Judson | 2BR/2.0BA | $2,095 |
| 2200-10 Sherman Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | $2,195 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Evanston with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown Evanston is at 1703-13 Ridge Ave. listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Evanston is $3,300.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Evanston is a 1,241 square feet unit starting from $4,755 at Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown Evanston is currently 1,040 sq ft.
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