Cheap Homes for Rent in the Northwestern Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $1,695 (14 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Northwestern Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwestern area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2730 Hampton Parkway priced from $1,100. 722 Clark St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Northwestern apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2730 Hampton Parkway1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100
722 Clark St.StudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
620 Church St1BR1BR,1BA$1,825
1703-13 Ridge Ave.3 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwestern, IL

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwestern area is the $1.51 price per square foot 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom Model at 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave. in the in the Evanston neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Northwestern apartment is the 1411 Emerson St Model at 1411 Emerson St, Unit 2 starting at $2,895 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Evanston 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.
1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$1.51
1411 Emerson St, Unit 21411 Emerson St4BR,2BA$1.81
1703-13 Ridge Ave.3 Bedroom - 3 Bathroom3BR,3BA$2.77
1615-25 Ridge Ave.3 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.97
1327 Chicago Ave, Unit 5021327 Chicago Ave2BR,2BA$2.47
620 Church St4BR4BR,1BA$3.10
Maple Grove Apartments2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B12BR,2BA$2.39
1314 Oak Ave, Unit J02W1314 Oak Ave2BR,1BA$2.28
1229 Leon Pl, Unit #1 first flr.1229 Leon Pl1BR,1BA$2.75
2730 Hampton Parkway2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.87

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwestern

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwestern?

There are currently 167 Apartments for Rent in Northwestern, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $9,999. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwestern ranging from $1,695 to $11,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwestern ranges from $1,695 to $11,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,750.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwestern range from $2,250 to $9,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $9,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,750.

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