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Rental Market Trends in Evanston, IL

What is the average rent in Evanston, IL?

$1,888/month

Average Rent

673 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+1.8%

Increase in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Evanston, IL is $1,888 per month. This is 15% higher than the national average rent price of $1,641/month, making Evanston one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Evanston, you can expect to pay about $1,684 per month for a studio, $1,888 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,529 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,636 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,684/month
427 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,888/month
673 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,529/month
964 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,636/month
1,119 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,365/month
410 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,255/month
805 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,685/month
1,458 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$8,540/month
2,985 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,746/month
501 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,169/month
729 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,588/month
1,374 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,971/month
1,192 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Evanston, IL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $35 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated April 2026
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Market Trends Over Time
Rent Ranges in Evanston, IL
Last Updated April 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Evanston, IL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
6% $700 - $1,000/month
30% $1,001 - $1,500/month
34% $1,501 - $2,000/month
30% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Evanston?

Based on current rent prices, Chicago Ave, North Downtown and Lakeshore are the most affordable neighborhoods in Evanston.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Chicago Ave
$2,435/month
677 Sq Ft
North Downtown
$2,480/month
671 Sq Ft
Lakeshore
$2,717/month
730 Sq Ft
Downtown Evanston
$3,009/month
738 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Evanston?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Evanston, Lakeshore and North Downtown are the most expensive neighborhoods in Evanston.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Evanston
$3,009/month
738 Sq Ft
Lakeshore
$2,717/month
730 Sq Ft
North Downtown
$2,480/month
671 Sq Ft
Chicago Ave
$2,435/month
677 Sq Ft

Which Evanston neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Evanston with the most apartments available are Downtown Evanston, Lakeshore and Chicago Ave .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Evanston
$3,009/month
738 Sq Ft
Lakeshore
$2,717/month
730 Sq Ft
Chicago Ave
$2,435/month
677 Sq Ft
North Downtown
$2,480/month
671 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Evanston, IL?

Because the average rent in Evanston is $1,888, you’ll want to make about $6,293 per month or $75,516 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Evanston, IL

1,232 Available Apartments for Rent

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Apartment Averages

Chicago Ave

Evanston, IL

Downtown Evanston

Evanston, IL

Studio
-
$1,943/month
One Bedroom
-
$2,413/month
Two Bedroom
-
$3,294/month
Three Bedroom
-
$5,120/month
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Apartment communities in Evanston we think you'll love

Rogers Park Apartments

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Chicago, IL 60645

$1,750 - $1,800

2 Beds

Albion Evanston

Albion Evanston

1500 Sherman Ave,
Evanston, IL 60201

$2,635 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 2 Beds

The Main

The Main

847 Chicago Ave,
Evanston, IL 60202

$2,606 - $5,317

Studio - 3 Beds

The Reserve

The Reserve

1930 Ridge Ave,
Evanston, IL 60201

$2,475 - $4,375

Studio - 3 Beds

Property Management Companies in Evanston, IL

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Cross Street
  • 13

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  • 745

    Units

  • 2

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12 Communities in Evanston
BJB Properties
BJB Properties
  • 26

    Communities

  • 4,080

    Units

  • 4

    Cities

4 Communities in Evanston
Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,489

    Communities

  • 960,145

    Units

  • 891

    Cities

3 Communities in Evanston
TLC Management
TLC Management
  • 30

    Communities

  • 5,743

    Units

  • 11

    Cities

3 Communities in Evanston
RPM
RPM
  • 651

    Communities

  • 179,330

    Units

  • 257

    Cities

2 Communities in Evanston
RMK Management
RMK Management
  • 28

    Communities

  • 6,394

    Units

  • 20

    Cities

2 Communities in Evanston
Cagan
Cagan
  • 29

    Communities

  • 5,695

    Units

  • 12

    Cities

2 Communities in Evanston
Becovic
Becovic
  • 14

    Communities

  • 1,424

    Units

  • 6

    Cities

2 Communities in Evanston

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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