
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $700 (81 Rentals)
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Main Station Apartments

1000 Hinman

Renovated Units Blocks From The Lake

910-916 Judson

735 Hinman Ave

1500 Chicago Ave

Updated Apartments Located at 800 Michigan
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901 Austin St

822 Reba Pl

434 Elmwood Ave

739 Hinman Ave

509 Main St
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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 |
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Southeast Evanston Studio Apartments | $1,748 | $1,050 | $2,770 |
Southeast Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,203 | $1,100 | $5,047 |
Southeast Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $1,595 | $5,256 |
Southeast Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,390 | $1,595 | $5,126 |
Southeast Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,550 | $2,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 81 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 Studio unit found at Evanston Neighborhood Properties priced from $1,145. 529 Michigan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
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Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
529 Michigan | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
1000 Hinman | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Evanston, IL
As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Evanston area is the $1.55 price per square foot 120 Keeney St Model at 120 Keeney St, Unit 2 in the in the Southeast Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Southeast Evanston apartment is the 7726 N Paulina St #1 Model at 7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Southeast 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. |
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120 Keeney St, Unit 2 | 120 Keeney St | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 2 | 7726 N Paulina St #1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
1428 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 3 | 1428 W Jonquil Ter | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
1428 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 3 | 1428 W Jonquil Ter | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
1615-25 Ridge Ave. | 3 Bedroom - 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
408 Custer Ave, Unit 2 | 408 Custer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Renovated Units Blocks From The Lake | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
828 Reba Pl, Unit 30-3N | 828 Reba Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
708 Seward St, Unit 2N | 708 Seward St | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
7728 N Marshfield Ave, Unit G | 7728 N Marshfield Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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 Evanston Neighborhood Properties listed at $1,145.
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 529 Michigan.
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 $1,700 at 529 Michigan.
What is the most affordable Southeast Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southeast Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Updated Apartments Located at 800 Michigan and starts from $2,145.
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