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Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL under $1200. 25 Rentals Available
  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    1903 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201
    1 BED $1,145+
  • a large brick building on the corner of a street
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    728 Clark Street, Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $1,020
  • a kitchen with a sink and a stove and a window
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    1918-1920 Harrison St., Evanston, IL 60201
    1 BED $1,200
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    1900 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a window
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    7539 N Bell Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
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  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator and a sink
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    7661 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
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  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
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    2038 W Touhy Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
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  • A kitchen with a stove, refrigerator, and cabinets.
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    7456 N Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $1,200
  • A living room with a brown couch and a coffee table with a vase of flowers on it.
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    1628 W. Sherwin, Chicago, IL 60626
    1 BED $1,200
  • a black wrought iron gate in front of a brick building
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    1533 W JARVIS, CHICAGO, IL 60626
    1 BED $1,095
  • a brick building with stairs and a tree in front of it
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    1221 W. Sherwin Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626
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  • a small kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    8225 Knox Ave, Skokie, IL 60076
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • an empty kitchen with black cabinets and a stove and sink
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    1429 W Lunt Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $1,100
  • A kitchen with a white stove top oven and a white refrigerator with wooden cabinets.
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    1344 W Lunt Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $1,172
  • A living room with a dining table set for two and a kitchen area.
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    1344 W Lunt Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $1,150
  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances
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    6748 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $1,200
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    6825 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $1,175+
  • A pathway between two buildings with bushes on the sides.
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    6600-10 Ashland, Chicago, IL 60626
    1 BED $1,175
  • a living room with an orange couch and a table
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    6550 North Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60626
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a stove and a refrigerator
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    1241 Loyola Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626
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    1 BED $1,000
  • an empty kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    1116 W Loyola Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • an empty kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    6241 N Winthrop Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660
    STUDIO $885
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    417
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    1040 West Granville Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660
    STUDIO $905
    1 BED $1,177
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    5726 N. Winthrop, Chicago, IL 60660
    STUDIO $1,150
  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances
    129
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    5713-15 N. Kenmore Ave., Chicago, IL 60660
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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Very Walkable
52 /100
Good Transit
94 /100
Biker's Paradise
Walk Score®: 80, Transit Score®: 52, Bike Score®: 94

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Evanston, IL last updated?

Prices and availability in Evanston, IL were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Evanston, IL?

The best apartments in Evanston, IL are: Main Station Apartments, Maple Grove Apartments, Presidential Apartments, 529 Michigan and 1121 Church St..

What type of rental buildings are in Evanston, IL?

In Evanston, 44% of the residents are renting compared to 56% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 27% of Evanston’s rentals, 66% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 6% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Evanston, IL under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 25 apartments for rent in Evanston, IL on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,200. The average rental size in Evanston, IL is 624 Sqft, but the $1,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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