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1117 Foster St
1117 Foster StEvanston, IL 60201
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1410 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1940 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1575 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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829 Foster St.
829 Foster StEvanston, IL 60201
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1100-1118 Davis StEvanston, IL 60201
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1500 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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855 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1316-1322 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1312 Oak Ave
1312 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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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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860 Hinman
860 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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722 Clark St
722 Clark StEvanston, IL 60201
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1729-1745 Sherman Ave
1729-1745 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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905-915 Elmwood
905-915 ElmwoodEvanston, IL 60202
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The Stewart
1311 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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996-1012 Main St
996-1012 Main StEvanston, IL 60202
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1303 Maple
1301-1311 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1419 Washington St
1419 Washington StEvanston, IL 60202
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617 Grove
617-625 Grove StEvanston, IL 60201
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930-36 Judson Ave
930-36 JudsonEvanston, IL 60202
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2200-10 Sherman Ave.
2200-10 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1233 Chicago Ave
1233 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202
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Carter Frederick Apartments
1024 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
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941 Chicago Ave
941 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202
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2228-38 Sherman Ave. / 803-809 Noyes St.
2228 ShermanEvanston, IL 60201
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2210-22 Maple Ave.
2210-2222 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1627-45 Ridge Ave.
1130 Church StEvanston, IL 60201
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1703-13 Ridge Ave.
1703-1713 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1000 Hinman
1000-1010 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.
1603-1611 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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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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2212-26 Sherman Ave.
2212-2226 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1615-25 Ridge Ave.
1615-25 Ridge AveEvanston, 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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1243-1249 Judson Ave
1243-1249 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
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2002 Emerson St
2002 Emerson StEvanston, IL 60201
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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 | $1,874 | $1,375 | $2,798 |
| Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $1,510 | $3,648 |
| Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,296 | $1,895 | $5,292 |
| Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,815 | $2,850 | $5,071 |
| Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,975 | $4,600 | $5,350 |
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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 Studio unit found at 1410 Chicago priced from $1,375. 1575 Oak has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Downtown Evanston apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1410 Chicago | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| 1575 Oak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| 1576 Oak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 1500 Chicago Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,518 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 1627-45 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,844 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Evanston, IL
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Evanston area is the $0.30 price per square foot 1117 Foster St Model at 1117 Foster St in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Downtown Evanston apartment is the 1229 Leon Pl Model at 1229 Leon Pl, Unit #2 second flr. starting at $3,150 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Northwestern 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. |
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| 1117 Foster St | 1117 Foster St | 6BR,3BA | $0.30 |
| 1229 Leon Pl, Unit #2 second flr. | 1229 Leon Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 1121 Leonard Pl | 1121 Leonard Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| 1149 Maple Ave, Unit G | 1149 Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 1143 Maple | 1143 Maple | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 1133 Oak Ave, Unit A02C | 1133 Oak Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 1137 Oak Ave, Unit 36647 | 1137 Oak Ave | 2BR,0.5BA | $2.50 |
| 1745 Brown Ave, Unit 1745 brown Unit 1 | 1745 Brown Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 1627-45 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL
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Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District
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9 out of 10
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Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65
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7 out of 10
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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 1410 Chicago listed at $1,375.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartment is $1,518 at Main Station Apartments.
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 $1,795 at 1627-45 Ridge 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 Maple Grove Apartments and starts from $2,935.
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