
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nichols Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $900 (113 Rentals)
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725 Hinman Ave, Unit 3E

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

1627-45 Ridge Ave.

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-J1

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 07-D3

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 09-K3

825 Main St, Unit 204

708 Seward St, Unit 3S
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905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-N3

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1452 Oak Ave, Unit 54-G

1454 Oak Ave, Unit G

736 Reba Pl, Unit G2

1615-25 Ridge Ave.

1576 Oak

1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.

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905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 07-D1
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810 Seward St, Unit 201

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905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-E3

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 09-F2

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712 Seward St, Unit 2

712 Seward St, Unit 12-2N

737 Hinman Ave, Unit 2W

828 Reba Pl, Unit 34-2S

828 Reba Pl, Unit 2S
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828 Reba Pl, Unit 32-1N

908 Reba Pl, Unit 18-3S

828 Reba Pl, Unit 28-1S

908 Reba Pl, Unit 10-2S

908 Reba Pl, Unit 16-2N

908 Reba Pl, Unit 18-2S

908 Reba Pl, Unit 16-1N

908 Reba Pl, Unit 12-2

908 Reba Pl, Unit 10-2N

828 Reba Pl, Unit 28-2S
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822 Reba Pl

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911 Elmwood Ave, Unit 911 Elmwood Ave

911 Elmwood Ave, Unit 911 Elmwood Ave

932 Judson Ave, Unit 932 Judson Ave

1566 Dewey Ave, Unit 2R

737 Hinman Ave

733 Hinman Ave, Unit 1E

1575 Oak

828 Reba Pl, Unit 30-3S
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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 | $2,324 | $1,460 | $2,896 |
| Nichols 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $1,600 | $3,772 |
| Nichols 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,146 | $1,450 | $5,250 |
| Nichols 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $2,300 | $6,022 |
| Nichols 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,422 | $2,295 | $4,895 |
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Cheapest Available Nichols Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nichols area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at 1000 Hinman priced from $1,395. 1703-13 Ridge Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Nichols apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 Hinman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 1576 Oak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,642 |
| 1575 Oak | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Presidential Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| 620 Church St | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,831 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IL
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nichols area is the $1.67 price per square foot 1228 Forest Ave Model at 1228 Forest Ave, Unit #3 in the in the Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,675. The second greatest value Nichols apartment is the 1235 Ridge Ave Model at 1235 Ridge Ave, Unit Coach House Apartment starting at $3,500 with a $2.19 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1228 Forest Ave, Unit #3 | 1228 Forest Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 1235 Ridge Ave, Unit Coach House Apartment | 1235 Ridge Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.19 |
| 1615-25 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 1703-13 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| 1130 Maple Ave, Unit 3 | 1130 Maple Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 2031 Church St, Unit #2 | 2031 Church St | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| 312 Lee St, Unit 2 | 312 Lee St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 605 Hinman | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| 1132 Maple Ave, Unit 2 | 1132 Maple Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 701 Oakton St, Unit 5 | 701 Oakton St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nichols Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nichols?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nichols is at 1000 Hinman listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nichols Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nichols Apartment is $1,606 at Main Station Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nichols Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nichols is starting from $1,450 at 1703-13 Ridge Ave..
What is the most affordable Nichols Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nichols Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 605 Hinman and starts from $2,295.
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