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Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Evanston, IL under $1200. 43 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a tv
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    722 Clark St., Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $1,150
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    825 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
    STUDIO $1,200
  • a small kitchen with white cabinets and a sink
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    1000 Austin St, Evanston, IL 60202
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    1610 Maple Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $920
  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    1903 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $990+
    1 BED $1,090+
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  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    1400-06 Central St., Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $1,125+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and refrigerator
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    1310 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $1,095+
  • a building on the corner of a street with cars
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    1041-49 CHICAGO AVENUE, Evanston, IL 60202
    STUDIO $850+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a refrigerator
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    996 Main Street, Evanston, IL 60202
    STUDIO $1,050+
    1 BED $1,090+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    617 Grove Street, Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $1,145+
    1 BED $1,180+
  • a kitchen with granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances
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    1311 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $1,025+
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
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    1518 Sherman Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
    STUDIO $1,150
  • the front of the 2100 noss ct building
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    1900 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $812

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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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  • an apartment building with a wrought iron fence in front of it
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    2048 W Chase Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
    1 BED $1,145+
  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator and a sink
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    7661 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $814
    1 BED $1,150
  • a kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator and a sink
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    7522 N. Greenview, Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $1,075
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black dishwasher and a counter top
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    7620 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626
    STUDIO $975
  • a living room with a white couch and a television
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    9301 Kenton Ave, Skokie, IL 60077
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove and a sink
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    2339 W Touhy, Chicago, IL 60645
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
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    2038 W Touhy Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a black wrought iron gate in front of a brick building
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    1533 W JARVIS, CHICAGO, IL 60626
    1 BED $995
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
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    4800 Carol St, Skokie, IL 60077
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    6820-34 N. Hamilton/2107 W. Farwell St., Chicago, IL 60645
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • a small kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    8225 Knox Ave, Skokie, IL 60076
    2 BEDS Ask for pricing
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Getting around in Evanston, IL

80 /100
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 10 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Evanston, IL?

The best apartments in Evanston, IL are: 1100 Church Street, 913 Forest Ave., Main Station Apartments, 829 Foster St. and 1703-13 Ridge Ave..

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.

Search for apartments in Evanston, IL under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Evanston, IL, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Evanston, IL. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Evanston, IL for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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