
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $795 (101 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southeast Evanston area of Evanston.


905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-J1

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 11-N3

311 Sherman Ave

426 Elmwood Ave

837 Mulford St

233 Custer Ave, Unit 2

Main Station Apartments

Presidential Apartments

908 Reba Pl, Unit 18-3S
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828 Reba Pl, Unit 28-2S

1313 Oak Ave, Unit 1321-B2

1312 Oak Ave, Unit B3

800 Sherman Ave, Unit 800-W3

905 Elmwood Ave, Unit 13-C3

805 Dempster St, Unit W4

910 Judson

800 Sherman Ave, Unit 804-S1

1314 Oak Ave, Unit H3
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722 Sherman Ave

230 Elmwood Ave

513 Main St

908 Reba Pl, Unit 08-2S

800 Sherman Ave, Unit 802-S2

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1033 Dempster Street, Unit S3

408 Ridge Ave, Unit 22-2

810 Seward St, Unit 403

620 Church St

914 Crain St, Unit A - 3N
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914 Crain St, Unit A-3N

318 Sherman Ave

914 Crain St, Unit N3-A

548 Elmwood Ave, Unit 52-3

720a Hinman Ave

The Oak Crest

917 - 919 Chicago Ave

1729-1745 Sherman Ave

996-1012 Main St

860 Hinman
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820 Judson Ave

1303 Maple

1419 Washington St

617 Grove

824 - 830 Washington St.

609-17 N. Sheridan Rd.

1233 Chicago Ave

233 - *Oak-Crain Property*
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Southeast Evanston, Evanston, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Evanston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Evanston Studio Apartments | $2,248 | $1,350 | $5,000 |
| Southeast Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,445 | $5,000 |
| Southeast Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,309 | $1,745 | $8,000 |
| Southeast Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,701 | $2,150 | $9,999 |
| Southeast Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,369 | $2,600 | $4,795 |
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There are currently 101 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southeast Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Evanston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Evanston area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* priced from $1,350. 722 Clark St. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Southeast Evanston apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 233 - *Oak-Crain Property* | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 722 Clark St. | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 820 Reba | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 309-311 Sherman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 828 Seward St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,513 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Jonquil Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Evanston, IL
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Evanston area is the $1.50 price per square foot 116 Keeney St Model at 116 Keeney St, Unit 3E in the in the Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Southeast Evanston apartment is the 1031 Wesley Ave Model at 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,100 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Evanston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Evanston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Keeney St, Unit 3E | 116 Keeney St | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 1031 Wesley Ave, Unit 1 | 1031 Wesley Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave. | 4 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 1615-25 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| 800 Michigan | 3/2.0 | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 605 Hinman | 3/2.0 | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | 2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| 914 Crain St. | Two Bedroom Rear | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 1314 Oak Ave, Unit J02W | 1314 Oak Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 1552 W Juneway Ter | 1552 W Juneway Ter | 3BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Evanston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southeast Evanston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southeast Evanston is at 722 Clark St. listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Evanston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Evanston Apartment is $1,350 at 233 - *Oak-Crain Property*.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Evanston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Evanston is starting from $1,495 at 828 Seward St.
What is the most affordable Southeast Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southeast Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 605 Hinman and starts from $1,995.
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