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513 Main St
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1033 Dempster Street, Unit S3
1033 Dempster StreetEvanston, IL 60201
800 Sherman Ave, Unit 802-S2
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810 Seward St, Unit 403
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914 Crain St, Unit A-3N
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620 Church St
620 Church StEvanston, IL 60201
914 Crain St, Unit A - 3N
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318 Sherman Ave
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914 Crain St, Unit N3-A
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548 Elmwood Ave, Unit 52-3
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1834 Ridge Ave, Unit 121
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1313 Oak Ave, Unit 1319-C2
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1570 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1729-1745 Sherman Ave
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860 Hinman AveEvanston, IL 60202
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The Stewart
1311 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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820 Judson Ave
820 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
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1301-1311 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1419 Washington St
1419 Washington StEvanston, IL 60202
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617-625 Grove StEvanston, IL 60201
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824 - 830 Washington St.
824-830 Washington StEvanston, IL 60202
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609-17 N. Sheridan Rd.
609-17 Sheridan RdEvanston, IL 60202
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1233 Chicago Ave
1233 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60202
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Nichols, Evanston, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nichols?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nichols Studio Apartments | $2,298 | $1,350 | $5,000 |
| Nichols 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $1,445 | $5,000 |
| Nichols 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $1,750 | $5,300 |
| Nichols 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,855 | $2,250 | $9,999 |
| Nichols 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,555 | $2,750 | $4,795 |
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Cheapest Available Nichols Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nichols area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* priced from $1,350. 722 Clark St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Nichols apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 722 Clark St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 309-311 Sherman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 820 Reba | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 828 Seward St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,513 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Presidential Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,735 |
| 801 Monroe St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 620 Church St | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IL
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nichols area is the $1.55 price per square foot 1031 Wesley Ave Model at 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Nichols apartment is the 116 Keeney St Model at 116 Keeney St, Unit 3E starting at $3,000 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nichols apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 | 1031 Wesley Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 116 Keeney St, Unit 3E | 116 Keeney St | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 1615-25 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 800 Michigan | 3/2.0 | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 605 Hinman | 3/2.0 | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 2030 Greenwood St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 1026 Dewey Ave, Unit 2 | 1026 Dewey Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 914 Crain St. | Two Bedroom Rear | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 1314 Oak Ave, Unit J02W | 1314 Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nichols Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Nichols?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Nichols is under $1,825.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Nichols?
The cheapest apartment in Nichols is 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* which is listed at $1,350, while the average apartment in Nichols costs $2,857.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Nichols?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 31 regular apartments in Nichols that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Nichols?
Cheap apartments in Nichols have an average cost of $711 which is $2,146 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Nichols.
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