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722 Clark St.
722 Clark StEvanston, IL 60201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $960 (54 Rentals)
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905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-J1
905 Elmwood Ave
EvanstonIL60202
905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-N3
905 Elmwood Ave
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855 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1316-1322 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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910 Judson
910-916 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 13-C3
905 Elmwood Ave
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1312 Oak Ave, Unit B3
1312 Oak Ave
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805 Dempster St, Unit W4
805 Dempster St
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1313 Oak Ave, Unit 1321-B2
1313 Oak Ave
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1314 Oak Ave, Unit H3
1314 Oak Ave
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513 Main St
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$1,795
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Base Rent$1,795
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1033 Dempster Street, Unit S3
1033 Dempster StreetEvanston, IL 60201
914 Crain St, Unit A - 3N
914 Crain St
EvanstonIL60202
914 Crain St, Unit A-3N
914 Crain St
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620 Church St
620 Church StEvanston, IL 60201
914 Crain St, Unit N3-A
914 Crain St
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1239 Chicago Ave, Unit 8
1239 Chicago Ave
EvanstonIL60202
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$1,925
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Base Rent$1,925
Total Monthly Price$1,925
1229 Leon Pl, Unit #1 first flr.
1229 Leon PlEvanston, IL 60201
1834 Ridge Ave, Unit 121
1834 Ridge Ave
EvanstonIL60201
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1313 Oak Ave, Unit 1319-C2
1313 Oak Ave
EvanstonIL60201
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$2,050
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1314 Oak Ave, Unit J02W
1314 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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930-936 Judson Ave, Evanston
930-36 JudsonEvanston, IL 60202
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The Oak Crest
1570 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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917 - 919 Chicago Ave
917-919 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1729-1745 Sherman Ave
1729-1745 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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996-1012 Main St
996-1012 Main StEvanston, IL 60202
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860 Hinman
860 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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The Stewart
1311 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1419 Washington St
1419 Washington StEvanston, IL 60202
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1303 Maple
1301-1311 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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617 Grove
617-625 Grove StEvanston, IL 60201
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1233 Chicago Ave
1233 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202
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233 - *Oak-Crain Property*
1008 Crain StEvanston, IL 60202
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941 Chicago Ave
941 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202
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Sure Man, LLC
834 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1000 Hinman
1000-1010 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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905-915 Elmwood
905-915 ElmwoodEvanston, IL 60202
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908-922 Main Street
908-922 Main StEvanston, IL 60202
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2146 Sherman Ave
2146 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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The Link Evanston
811 Emerson StEvanston, IL 60201
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828 Lofts
828 Noyes StEvanston, IL 60201
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1019-1021 Dempster St
1019-1021 Dempster StEvanston, IL 60201
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2002 Emerson St
2002 Emerson StEvanston, IL 60201
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The Merion
1605-1617 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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914 Crain St.
914 Crain StEvanston, IL 60202
1806 Colfax St
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1925 Grey Ave
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1616 Hinman Ave
1616 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1243-1249 Judson Ave
1243-1249 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
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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 | $2,581 | $1,350 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $1,513 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,965 | $2,250 | $9,999 |
| Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,978 | $2,750 | $6,750 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Evanston Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Evanston area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* priced from $1,350. 722 Clark St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Downtown Evanston apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 722 Clark St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,513 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 620 Church St | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| 914 Crain St. | Two Bedroom Rear | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Evanston, IL
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Evanston area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1031 Wesley Ave Model at 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Downtown Evanston apartment is the 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom Model at 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave. starting at $2,750 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Evanston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 | 1031 Wesley Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 1411 Emerson St, Unit 2 | 1411 Emerson St | 4BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 1615-25 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 2030 Greenwood St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 1327 Chicago Ave, Unit 502 | 1327 Chicago Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| 1026 Dewey Ave, Unit 2 | 1026 Dewey Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 914 Crain St. | Two Bedroom Rear | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 1314 Oak Ave, Unit J02W | 1314 Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Evanston Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Evanston?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Evanston is under $2,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Evanston?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Evanston is 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Downtown Evanston costs $2,912.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Evanston?
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 45 regular apartments in Downtown Evanston 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 Downtown Evanston?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Evanston have an average cost of $910 which is $2,002 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Evanston.
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