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Evanston, IL Houses for Rent

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    $3,400 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • House for Rent

    1019 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

    Renovated single family home with front porch! Beautiful kitchen with 42" cabinets, granite countertops including island, Bosch dishwasher, slide in gas range, and bottom freezer refrigerator. Living room and separate dining room with gorgeous refinished oak hardwood floors. central heat and a/c. Unfinished basement with plenty of room for storage! Professionally landscaped yard with lawn service

    1019 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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    $2,600

    Total Monthly Price

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 720 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    829 Gaffield Place, Evanston, IL 60201

    2 bedroom Coach House available for rent for 2026/27 school year.We have a two-story coach house in our backyard that we would like to rent out to NU students. The downstairs main floor has a living room/kitchen combination with an adjoining study/den with folding doors and a bathroom. A spiral staircase leads to the two bedrooms in the upstairs loft.Location:829 Gaffield Place,

    829 Gaffield Place, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $6,500

    Total Monthly Price

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,100 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    1015 Garnett Place, Evanston, IL 60201

    Fall Semester Housing! 2027-2028Amazing Location Steps from Campus!1015 Garnett Pl, Evanston, IL 60201Spacious 5-Bedroom, 3.5-Bath HomeRent : $6500Utilities : Tenant paysWelcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home offering approximately 2,500 square feet of comfortable living space in a quiet Evanston neighborhood. With spacious interiors

    1015 Garnett Place, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $12,250

    Total Monthly Price

    • 6 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 4,500 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    627 Library Place, Evanston, IL 60201

    Now Leasing for the 2026-2027 Northwestern School Year!627 Library Place, Evanston IL 60201Spacious and renovated 7 bedroom / 5.5 bathroom home one block away from the Northwestern University Evanston Campus and Kellogg Graduate School. PRIME LOCATION!- Three floors of living space!- Formal dining room- Fully equipped kitchen w/dishwasher & garbage

    627 Library Place, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $6,375

    Total Monthly Price

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,200 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    831 Hamlin St, Evanston, IL 60201

    Fall Semester Housing! 2027-2028Amazing Location Steps from Campus!5BR / 2BA apartment at 831 HamlinRent : $6375Utilities : Tenant paysJust steps to Northwestern! Offering one & two year leases. This Building Offers:•Hardwood Floors•Dishwasher•Refrigerator•Stove•Fireplace•On-site Maintenance•On-site Management•Secured

    831 Hamlin St, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $10,000 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,700 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    314 Lake St, Evanston, IL 60201

    Luxury executive rental in ideal Evanston location just steps to the beach and downtown Evanston. 4 bedrooms, 4 full and 1 half baths. Home has been fully renovated with a beautiful kitchen overlooking the Japanese gardens, main floor family room, main floor office, dining room with custom built-ins, powder room and full bath on the first floor, and a large mudroom with plentiful storage;. Second

    Sally Mabadi Compass

    314 Lake St, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $3,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,481 Sq Ft
    • 3Br/2Bath House in Evanston $3,600/m

    1720 Leland Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

    Pet friendly, beautiful 3bd/2ba brick single-family home located on a quiet tree-lined street. This home features a spacious living room, cozy bedrooms, a den, and finished basement with an extra room that can be used as an office. 2-car garage, central A/C, new siding, gutters, renovated basement, and new water heater in 2020. Great location and school districts! Within walking distance to

    1720 Leland Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $4,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • House for Rent

    2016 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202

    Fun, funky & spacious loft-style, 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch house in Evanston with huge backyard oasis! This home is a great condo alternative, offering a cool industrial vibe throughout, with open floor plan & vaulted ceilings. If you're looking for something unique, this may be the house for you! Quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, new oven/stove, new double drawer dishwasher and a large

    Bryce Hoffman Coldwell Banker Realty

    2016 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
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    $7,200 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,350 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    2244 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

    Live in one of Evanston's most charming and desirable pockets — a cobblestone street lined with mature trees, right in the heart of downtown. This exceptionally maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-family home is a rare find and ready for immediate move-in.Step inside and fall in love with the ideal floor plan and elevated design. The chef's kitchen is equipped with premium stainless

    2244 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $7,500 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,681 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    2510 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201

    ** 1 or 2 MONTH RENTAL ONLY ** Fully furnished, SHORT TERM rental is available for 1 or 2 months starting March 13, 2026. Available 3/13/26 thru 5/22/26. This is a short-term lease only. Enjoy this mid-century custom home located across from Lighthouse beach and a few blocks away from Northwestern University campus. This lovely home features: 10+ rooms, 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a

    Derek Eovaldi @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    2510 Sheridan Rd, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $11,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 7,000 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    1217 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

    Rare Evanston Luxury Rental - Just in Time for Summer on the North Shore. Live in a true piece of Evanston history, perfectly positioned near parks, beaches, shops, restaurants, Northwestern University, and seamless access to both Metra and the "L." Originally built in 1899 for Chancellor Livingston Jenks and designed by renowned architect Myron Hunt, this one-of-a-kind residence blends timeless

    Michael Thomas @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    1217 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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    $4,550 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,100 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    822 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

    Large 3BR/2BA single family duplex home with 2 car garage in the heart of Evanston! *2 Car garage included *Updated kitchen with SS appliances, dishwasher, Quartz counter tops, Marble floors *2 Full bathrooms *In unit laundry *Large rear yard *Massive storage space in basement

    Claude Smith Winnemac Properties

    822 Michigan Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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    $7,000 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,142 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    2649 Crawford Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

    Fully furnished, Mid term rental! Experience the perfect blend of style and serenity in this beautifully remodeled Mid-Century Modern gem. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street in Evanston, this light-filled home offers a calm and sophisticated retreat designed for seamless extended stays, relocations, and family life. The thoughtful, single-level layout features four spacious bedrooms and three

    Dan Nelson Compass

    2649 Crawford Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $4,900 Per Month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1.5 Baths
    • House for Rent

    2404 Ridge Ave Unit CH, Evanston, IL 60201

    You have to see to believe - FULLY FURNISHED, AVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 1st! Welcome to a one-of-a-kind living experience in the heart of Evanston! This historic 2-story coach house, once a horse barn, has been meticulously renovated to seamlessly blend vintage, country charm with modern comfort. Nestled on a private 2/3 acre lot, this coach house comes fully furnished, providing flexibility for your

    Chris Sweitzer Compass

    2404 Ridge Ave Unit CH, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $3,500 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,600 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    1235.5 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

    Tucked quietly behind 1235 Ridge Ave, this standalone coach house offers rare detached privacy and exceptional multi-level space in the heart of Evanston. The main level opens to a fully equipped kitchen, dedicated dining and living areas, and a convenient powder room. Upstairs, four light-filled bedrooms are anchored by a flexible family room-ideal for a spacious home office, studio, or

    Natasha Katz Compass

    1235.5 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
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    $7,500 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,172 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    9343 Hamlin Ave, Evanston, IL 60203

    Welcome to this updated all brick Colonial in the highly desirable 60203 neighborhood of Skevanston, available for rent! This home's scale will surprise you with expansive room sizes, great light, and lovely finishes. The center entry brings you to a large foyer with a curved staircase that leads to the 2nd floor with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms! The kitchen has been updated with white

    Stephanie Cutter Coldwell Banker Realty

    9343 Hamlin Ave, Evanston, IL 60203
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    $6,900 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,400 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    2624 Thayer St, Evanston, IL 60201

    Welcome to 2624 Thayer Street in the heart of northwest Evanston, a lovingly maintained rental home that has been cared for by the same family for 40+ years. This is a rare opportunity to live in a home filled with warmth, character, and timeless appeal that has not been available in years. Situated on a beautiful corner lot, this classic home offers a gorgeous yard perfect for relaxing or

    Benjamin Geerts @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    2624 Thayer St, Evanston, IL 60201
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    $3,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • House for Rent

    2140 Dobson St, Evanston, IL 60202

    Evanston Single Family Home!! 3 Bedroom + Basement and 2 Bathrooms! Remodeled kitchen and baths! Expresso Cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances! Living room and Dining Room! Two bedrooms on main level, one in basement. Family room in basement with Full Sizes Washer Dryer!! Large private fenced in yard! Quiet area! Central Heat and AC. Tenants pay all utilities: Gas,

    Julia Stoner Aria Real Estate

    2140 Dobson St, Evanston, IL 60202

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a single-family home in Evanston, IL?
The median rent for a single-family home in Evanston, IL is $3,298 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of August 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while townhouses and single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Evanston, IL?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Evanston, IL, a household needs to earn roughly $99,600 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $2,490 per month in Evanston, IL, renters typically need to show $7,470 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Evanston, IL?
In Evanston, IL, the price-to-rent ratio is 15.0, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.
What neighborhoods in Evanston, IL are best for renting a single-family home?
The best neighborhood for renting in Evanston, IL depends on your priorities: commute, walkability, budget, and lifestyle all play a role. Popular areas for renting a single-family home include Northeast Evanston, North Skokie and Southwest Skokie, each with its own character and price range.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Houses for Rent
18
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,298
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,250
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,825
Median 5 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$6,438
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