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Evanston, IL Local Guide

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 $1,025. 6540 N. Ashland in the Rogers Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Evanston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1528 W Pratt BlvdStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
6540 N. AshlandStudioStudio,1BA$1,090
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
Alef ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Evanston area is the $0.58 price per square foot 1058 W Columbia Ave Model at 1058 W Columbia Ave, Unit 3rd Floor in the in the Rogers Park neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Evanston apartment is the 7726 N Paulina St #1 Model at 7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Southeast 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.
1058 W Columbia Ave, Unit 3rd Floor1058 W Columbia Ave3BR,2BA$0.58
7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 27726 N Paulina St #13BR,2BA$1.14
6528 N Bosworth Ave, Unit 16528 N Bosworth Ave3BR,1BA$1.41
6235 N Claremont Ave, Unit 36235 N Claremont Ave3BR,1BA$1.55
1544 W Glenlake Ave.2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.15
6034 N Fairfield Ave, Unit 1F6034 N Fairfield Ave2BR,1BA$1.54
2340 W Touhy Ave, Unit 46-3F2340 W Touhy Ave2BR,1BA$1.54
1452 Oak Ave, Unit 11-31452 Oak Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
1719 W Greenleaf Ave, Unit Garden1719 W Greenleaf Ave3BR,1BA$1.55
1638 W. Chase1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37

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Frequently Asked Questions about Evanston

What type of rentals are currently available in Evanston?

There are currently 2214 Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $13,302. There are also 488 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Evanston ranging from $890 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 $890 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,352.

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 $1,595 to $6,685, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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