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property at 7445 N Greenview Ave

$1,275 - $1,950

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$1,275 - $1,950

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Studio To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

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7445 N Greenview Ave

ChicagoIL60626

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property at 1515 W Morse Ave

$1,300

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

1515 W Morse Ave, Unit STUDIO

1515 W Morse Ave
ChicagoIL60626

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Cheapest Available Evanston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Evanston, IL is a Studio unit found at 1528 W Pratt Blvd in the Rogers Park neighborhood priced from $1,075. 2730 Hampton Parkway in the Evanston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Evanston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1528 W Pratt BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
2730 Hampton Parkway1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,200
The Greenview0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,275
1000 Hinman0/1.0Studio,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Evanston area is the $1.03 price per square foot 1415 W Devon Ave Model at 1415 W Devon Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Edgewater neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Evanston apartment is the 1031 Wesley Ave Model at 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,100 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Evanston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1415 W Devon Ave, Unit 11415 W Devon Ave4BR,1BA$1.03
1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 11031 Wesley Ave3BR,2BA$1.55
2123 Wesley Ave, Unit First floor2123 Wesley Ave3BR,1BA$1.35
116 Keeney St, Unit 3E116 Keeney St3BR,2BA$1.50
6441 N Francisco Ave, Unit 26441 N Francisco Ave3BR,2BA$1.08
2141 W Arthur Ave, Unit 32141 W Arthur Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.33
9113 Lawler Ave, Unit 29113 Lawler Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.57
4604 Grove St, Unit N14604 Grove St2BR,1BA$1.15
1706 W. Chase2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.29
732 Reba Pl, Unit C2732 Reba Pl2BR,1BA$1.46

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Frequently Asked Questions about Evanston

What type of rentals are currently available in Evanston?

There are currently 2187 Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $11,204. There are also 497 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Evanston ranging from $1,100 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Evanston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Evanston ranges from $1,100 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,347.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Evanston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Evanston range from $2,100 to $5,897, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,295.

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