Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwestern Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $800 (33 Rentals)

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The Oak Crest
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oak Crest

1570 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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722 Clark St
Studio Apartments

722 Clark St

722 Clark StEvanston, IL 60201
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1400-06 Central St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1400-06 Central St.

1400-1406 Central StEvanston, IL 60201

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1416 Central Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1416 Central Ave

1416-1422 Central StEvanston, IL 60201
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The Stewart
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Stewart

1311 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1575 Oak
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1575 Oak

1575 Oak AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1410 Chicago
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1410 Chicago

1410 Chicago AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1303 Maple
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1303 Maple

1301-1311 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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617 Grove
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

617 Grove

617-625 Grove StEvanston, IL 60201
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2210-22 Maple Ave.
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2210-22 Maple Ave.

2210-2222 Maple AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1703-13 Ridge Ave.
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

1703-1713 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1627-45 Ridge Ave.
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1627-45 Ridge Ave.

1130 Church StEvanston, IL 60201
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2146 Sherman Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2146 Sherman Ave

2146 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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2212-26 Sherman Ave.
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2212-26 Sherman Ave.

2212-2226 Sherman AveEvanston, IL 60201
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1019-1021 Dempster St
4 Bedroom Apartments

1019-1021 Dempster St

1019-1021 Dempster StEvanston, IL 60201
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828 Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

828 Lofts

828 Noyes StEvanston, IL 60201

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1243-1249 Judson Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1243-1249 Judson Ave

1243-1249 Judson AveEvanston, IL 60202
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Northwestern, Evanston, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Northwestern Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwestern area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Evanston Neighborhood Properties priced from $1,145. 1627-45 Ridge Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here are the most affordable Northwestern apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
1627-45 Ridge Ave.1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,475
1512-1522 Central St2 BR 1.5 BR2BR,1BA$1,650
Maple Grove Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A21BR,1BA$1,967
Albion EvanstonS03Studio,1BA$2,200
Evanston PlaceThe Chicago1BR,1BA$2,430
1555 Oak Ave1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwestern, IL

As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwestern area is the $2.00 price per square foot 1310 Hinman Ave Model at 1310 Hinman Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Northwestern apartment is the 1935 Jackson Ave Model at 1935 Jackson Ave, Unit Basement starting at $1,450 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Northwestern neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwestern apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1310 Hinman Ave, Unit 31310 Hinman Ave3BR,2BA$2.00
1935 Jackson Ave, Unit Basement1935 Jackson Ave2BR,1BA$1.07
1306 Hinman Ave, Unit A1306 Hinman Ave2BR,1BA$2.25
1512-1522 Central St2 BR 1.5 BR2BR,1.5BA$1.83
1033 Dempster St, Unit A06C1033 Dempster St2BR,1BA$2.55
The Reserve1x1 Elite1BR,1BA$3.57
1627-45 Ridge Ave.1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.11
1726 Sherman Ave, Unit 11726 Sherman Ave1BR,1BA$2.14
Maple Grove Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A21BR,1BA$2.91
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio ,1BA$3.37

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Northwestern, Evanston, IL

Ranked #7

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

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwestern Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwestern Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwestern Apartment is $1,475 at 1627-45 Ridge Ave..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwestern Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwestern is starting from $1,650 at 1512-1522 Central St.

What is the most affordable Northwestern Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwestern Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve and starts from $4,345.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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