
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL Under $2,000 (59 Rentals)


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Maple Grove Apartments

620 Church St

1410 Chicago

910 Judson

1575 Oak

1576 Oak

930-936 Judson Ave, Evanston
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1703-13 Ridge Ave.

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1726 Sherman Ave, Unit #2

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1521 Lake St

1118 Garnett Pl

911 Elmwood Ave, Unit 911 Elmwood Ave

911 Elmwood Ave, Unit 911 Elmwood Ave

1031 Dempster St, Unit 1031 Dempster St

1400 Chicago Ave

949 Sherman Ave, Unit 1

909 Elmwood Ave
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805 Dempster St, Unit W4

1312 Oak Ave, Unit B3

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 07-D1

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 13-C3

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 09-F2

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-J1

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-N3

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 09-K3

805 Dempster St, Unit E4

1025 Dempster St, Unit 1031-E3
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1452 Oak Ave, Unit 54-G

1400 Chicago Ave

513 Main St

1834 Ridge Ave

1806 Colfax St

917 - 919 Chicago Ave

908-922 Main Street

1243-1249 Judson Ave

The Link Evanston

1616 Hinman Ave
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The Merion

2002 Emerson St

1019-1021 Dempster St

828 Lofts

2146 Sherman Ave

941 Chicago Ave

1000 Hinman

1235 - 1241 Elmwood Apartments

1233 Chicago Ave

617 Grove
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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 | $2,347 | $1,250 | $2,777 |
| Downtown Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $1,500 | $3,787 |
| Downtown Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $1,450 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,663 | $2,300 | $5,982 |
| Downtown Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $2,295 | $4,895 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Evanston, Evanston, IL
Ranked #5
Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Evanston, Evanston, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Evanston
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Evanston?
There are currently 82 Studio Apartments in Downtown Evanston with rent ranges from $1,250 to $2,777 with an average price of $2,347.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Evanston Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Evanston ranges from $1,500 to $3,787 with an average monthly rent of $2,613.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Evanston cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Evanston range from $1,450 to $10,410. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,388.
How expensive are Downtown Evanston Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 87 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Evanston on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,300 to $5,982 - averaging $3,663 for the location.
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