
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL (145 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Evanston area of Evanston that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


The Main

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Albion Evanston

2129 Ridge Avenue

Tapestry Station Apartments

The Scholar Apartments

The Park Evanston

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1555 Oak Ave

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Evanston Place

1706 Sherman Ave.

2030 Greenwood St

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1717 Evanston

Main Station Apartments

Maple Grove Apartments

2018 Lake St

Lodge Evanston

620 Church St

1615-25 Ridge Ave.
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2200-10 Sherman Ave.

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

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

2210-22 Maple Ave.

930-936 Judson Ave, Evanston

1410 Chicago

1575 Oak

1576 Oak

1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.

1627-45 Ridge Ave.
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2212-26 Sherman Ave.

722 Clark St.

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1241 Chicago Ave, Unit 11

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1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1

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1131 Oak Ave

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1327 Chicago Ave, Unit 502

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312 Lee St

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519 Hamilton St

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1128 Maple Ave

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1143 Maple, Unit 916-3
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1139 Maple Ave, Unit 1147-1

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1033 Dempster Street

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1726 Sherman Ave, Unit #2

1310 Maple Ave, Unit 2C

1720 Maple Ave, Unit 411

1720 Maple Ave, Unit 2440

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2005 Emerson St, Unit SI ID1287274P

1507 Oak Ave, Unit 1W

914 Crain St, Unit B-3S

1040 Ashland Ave, Unit 1B
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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 | $2,511 | $1,350 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,682 | $1,500 | $5,000 |
| Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,772 | $2,250 | $5,897 |
| Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,883 | $2,750 | $6,750 |
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There are currently 145 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Evanston Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Evanston area of Chicago, IL that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Evanston Neighborhood Properties with prices starting from $1,595 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. 1706 Sherman Ave. scores the second highest with a 3.6 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $2,295. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Evanston apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | 4/4 | Evanston | $1,595 |
| 1706 Sherman Ave. | 3.6/4 | Downtown Evanston | $2,295 |
| 1555 Oak Ave | 3.4/4 | Evanston | $2,500 |
| 2018 Lake St | 3.2/4 | Evanston | $3,600 |
| 1575 Oak | 3.2/4 | Evanston | $5,000 |
| The Scholar Apartments | 3.2/4 | Evanston | $2,750 |
| Avidor Evanston 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | 3.2/4 | Evanston | $2,658 |
| Lodge Evanston | 3/4 | Evanston | $3,277 |
| Albion Evanston | 3/4 | Downtown Evanston | $4,499 |
| The Reserve | 3/4 | Evanston | $2,550 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Evanston
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Evanston of Downtown Evanston is the Studio Floor Plan S1 Model at Main Station Apartments, which is a Studio unit starting from $1,420. The second cheapest Downtown Evanston Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Studio unit at Evanston Neighborhood Properties starting at $1,595. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Evanston apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Main Station Apartments | Studio Floor Plan S1 | $1,420 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | $1,595 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B2 | $2,307 |
| 1555 Oak Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,500 |
| The Reserve | 1x1 Elite | $2,550 |
| The Scholar Apartments | One Bedroom A3 | $2,890 |
| Lodge Evanston | 2-bed, 1-bath "Modern" | $3,277 |
| 2018 Lake St | 2018 Lake St | $3,600 |
| 1706 Sherman Ave. | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | $3,825 |
| 1575 Oak | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $5,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Evanston, Evanston, IL
Ranked #3
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Evanston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Downtown Evanston?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Evanston is at The Oak Crest listed at $960.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Evanston Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Evanston is $3,474.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Evanston is a 2,460 square feet unit starting from $2,750 at 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave..
What is the average size for Downtown Evanston Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Evanston is currently at 758 sq ft.
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