Cheap Homes for Rent in the Northwestern Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $1,200 (15 Rentals)

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1834 Ridge Ave

EvanstonIL60201

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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 $1,200. 1575 Oak has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Northwestern apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2730 Hampton Parkway1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,200
1575 OakStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
1703-13 Ridge Ave.2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,450
1576 OakStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwestern, IL

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwestern area is the $3.32 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath Model at 1706 Sherman Ave. in the in the Northwestern neighborhood starting from $5,650. The second greatest value Northwestern apartment is the 1411 Emerson St Model at 1411 Emerson St 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.
1706 Sherman Ave.3 Bed / 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$3.32
1411 Emerson St1411 Emerson St4BR,2BA$1.81
1703-13 Ridge Ave.4 Bedroom - 1.5 Bathroom4BR,1.5BA$1.77
1327 Chicago Ave, Unit 5021327 Chicago Ave2BR,2BA$2.47
620 Church St4BR4BR,1BA$3.10
2228-38 Sherman Ave. / 803-809 Noyes St.3 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$3.06
1500 Chicago Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.45
1726 Sherman Ave, Unit #21726 Sherman Ave1BR,1BA$2.14
2730 Hampton Parkway2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.01
Maple Grove Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A21BR,1BA$2.82

Frequently Asked Questions about Northwestern

What type of rentals are currently available in Northwestern?

There are currently 165 Apartments for Rent in Northwestern, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $11,200. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwestern ranging from $1,200 to $12,250.

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 $1,200 to $12,250 with an average monthly rent of $5,800.

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 $2,395 to $9,999, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,295.

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