Cheap Homes for Rent in Nichols Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $1,000 (18 Rentals)

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Nichols, Evanston, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nichols Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nichols area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Evanston Neighborhood Properties priced from $1,145. 1233 Chicago Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Nichols apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
1233 Chicago Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
529 Michigan1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Updated Apartments Located at 800 Michigan1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495
910-916 Judson1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IL

As of September 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nichols area is the $1.67 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at The Lofts & Residences in the in the Downtown Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,399. The second greatest value Nichols apartment is the 120 Keeney St Model at 120 Keeney St, Unit 1 starting at $3,295 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Southeast Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nichols apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Lofts & Residences2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.67
120 Keeney St, Unit 1120 Keeney St3BR,2BA$1.65
120 Keeney St, Unit 2120 Keeney St3BR,2BA$1.70
1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 11031 Wesley Ave3BR,2BA$1.65
120 Keeney St, Unit 1120 Keeney St3BR,2BA$1.65
1615-25 Ridge Ave.3 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.69
312 Lee St, Unit 943-3312 Lee St2BR,1BA$1.64
1453 Ridge Ave, Unit 1B1453 Ridge Ave1BR,1BA$1.22
828 Reba Pl, Unit 30-3N828 Reba Pl1BR,1BA$1.72
1233 Chicago Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Nichols, Evanston, IL

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Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nichols

What type of rentals are currently available in Nichols?

There are currently 350 Apartments for Rent in Nichols, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $5,328. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nichols ranging from $1,095 to $8,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nichols ranges from $1,095 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,542.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Nichols range from $1,900 to $4,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,250 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,550.

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