
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $700 (67 Rentals)
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710 Seward St, Unit 1S

929 Brummel St

1500 Chicago Ave

643 Hinman Ave

Main Station Apartments

Evanston Neighborhood Properties

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1312 Oak Ave

603 Sheridan Square

The Oak Crest
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860 Hinman

917 - 919 Chicago Ave

722 Clark St

1729-1745 Sherman Ave

905-915 Elmwood

The Stewart

Harvard Terrace Apartments

996-1012 Main St

820 Judson Ave

1419 Washington St
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1575 Oak

1410 Chicago

1303 Maple

930-36 Judson Ave

617 Grove

824 - 830 Washington St.

609-17 N. Sheridan Rd.

1233 Chicago Ave

1627-45 Ridge Ave.

Carter Frederick Apartments
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808 Forest Evanston Il 60202

817 Seward St

941 Chicago Ave

1703-13 Ridge Ave.

529 Michigan

1125 Davis St./ 1603-11 Ridge Ave.

1000 Hinman

643 Hinman

908-922 Main Street

828-834 Reba Pl
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1615-25 Ridge Ave.

548-558 Elmwood Ave

211 Custer Ave Unit 2E

620 Barton Ave

1019-1021 Dempster St

618 Hinman

1243-1249 Judson Ave

605 Hinman

1724 W Jonquil Terrace

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7717 N Sheridan Rd, Unit #1T
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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 | $2,019 | $1,405 | $2,798 |
| Southeast Evanston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $1,200 | $3,883 |
| Southeast Evanston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,938 | $1,525 | $5,292 |
| Southeast Evanston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $2,100 | $6,079 |
| Southeast Evanston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,333 | $2,650 | $4,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 67 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 Presidential Apartments priced from $1,405. 1500 Chicago Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Southeast Evanston apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presidential Apartments | Convertible Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,405 |
| 1500 Chicago Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Main Station Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,518 |
| Evanston Neighborhood Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Evanston, IL
As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Evanston area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1432 W Jonquil Ter Model at 1432 W Jonquil Ter in the in the Southeast Evanston neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Southeast Evanston apartment is the 1432 W Jonquil Ter Model at 1432 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 2 starting at $2,795 with a $1.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1432 W Jonquil Ter | 1432 W Jonquil Ter | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 1432 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 2 | 1432 W Jonquil Ter | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 1432 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 2 | 1432 W Jonquil Ter | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 1432 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 2 | 1432 W Jonquil Ter | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 118 Keeney St #3W, Unit 3W | 118 Keeney St #3W | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 2 | 7726 N Paulina St #1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.11 |
| 910 Judson | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 710 Seward St, Unit 1S | 710 Seward St | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 7714 N Sheridan Rd, Unit #2N | 7714 N Sheridan Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 7717 N Sheridan Rd, Unit #2P | 7717 N Sheridan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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 Presidential Apartments listed at $1,405.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Evanston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Evanston Apartment is $1,518 at Main Station Apartments.
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 $1,745 at 1000 Hinman.
What is the most affordable Southeast Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southeast Evanston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Marshfield Manor and starts from $2,500.
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