Cheap Homes for Rent in Southeast Evanston Neighborhood of Evanston, IL from $1,000 (29 Rentals)

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1452 Oak Ave

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Southeast Evanston, Evanston, IL Local Guide

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. 1233 Chicago Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Southeast Evanston apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Evanston Neighborhood PropertiesStudioStudio,1BA$1,145
1233 Chicago Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
529 Michigan1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,400
Updated Apartments Located at 800 Michigan1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Evanston, IL

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southeast Evanston area is the $1.75 price per square foot 120 Keeney St Model at 120 Keeney St, Unit 2 in the in the Southeast Evanston neighborhood starting from $3,495. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
120 Keeney St, Unit 2120 Keeney St3BR,2BA$1.75
7726 N Paulina St #1, Unit 27726 N Paulina St #13BR,2BA$1.14
1428 W Jonquil Ter, Unit 31428 W Jonquil Ter3BR,2BA$1.85
910-916 Judson3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.86
7717 N Marshfield Ave, Unit 37717 N Marshfield Ave3BR,2BA$1.79
408 Custer Ave, Unit 2408 Custer Ave2BR,1BA$1.73
1000 Hinman2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.65
551 Elmwood Ave, Unit 56-3551 Elmwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.90
828 Reba Pl, Unit 30-3N828 Reba Pl1BR,1BA$1.72
1233 Chicago Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.63

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southeast Evanston

What type of rentals are currently available in Southeast Evanston?

There are currently 418 Apartments for Rent in Southeast Evanston, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,095 to $19,142. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southeast Evanston ranging from $1,050 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southeast Evanston?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southeast Evanston ranges from $1,050 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,380.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southeast Evanston?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southeast Evanston range from $2,100 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,550.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Chicago

Written by: Nicole Harms

I’m Nicole, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Chicago, IL. As a resident of the Chicago area for over 20 years, I’ve learned which neighborhoods are great and which are best avoided.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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