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311 Ridge Ave #2, Evanston, IL 60202, USA|Evanston
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Property Overview
311 Ridge Ave #2 in Evanston offers a pet-friendly setting with nearby pet supply stores, hospitals, and grooming services, plus a required pet deposit. It also stands out for sustainability and convenience, with nearby public transit, walkability, many parks within a mile, and on-site recycling or composting options.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- Elementary school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Eco living
Amenities for 311 Ridge Ave #2, Evanston
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor | Living Room |
| Open Floor Plan |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Refrigerator |
| Stove/Oven |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| No Smoking Building | Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Lawn Care Included | Snow Removal Included |
Other
| Dogs OK Up To 40 Pounds | One Year Lease |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 311 Ridge Ave #2
Sweet deal!
This listing is 17% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Evanston.
Available early July! Please email inquiries and showing requests! Features: - Great layout - Large bedrooms with plenty of closet space - Laundry on site - Small pet friendly (cats and dogs up to 40lbs, breed restrictions, pet fee) - Storage unit included (based on availability) - Off-street parking for rent, $100/month - Responsive maintenance staff Close to St. Francis Hospital and Ridge bus stop. Short drive to Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Starbucks, Jewel-Osco and more! Evanston is beautiful and urban, with many amenities. Situated right on the lake, there are lots of parks and public beaches. Great shopping and restaurants off of several el stops heading toward downtown Evanston. The purple line el goes from downtown Evanston to downtown Chicago. If you are lucky enough to catch an express train, you'll zip into the city. Terms: $450 Non-Refundable Move In Fee No Security Deposit Flat rate $70/mo (Includes: Heat, Water, Sewer & Trash). Tenant pays cooking gas and electric. General Credit and Income Requirements: - 650+ credit score - Gross monthly income should be at least 3x the rent There are some exceptions to these requirements, such as being a full time student and having a cosigner, or being an international student Meltzer Real Estate Equal Housing Opportunity No Smoking
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 311 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1.7 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 3.6 miles from public transportation
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Evanston |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60202 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Evanston
1-bedroom apartments at 311 Ridge Ave #2 cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $2,118 |
| December 2024 | $1,961 |
| January 2025 | $1,932 |
| February 2025 | $1,991 |
| March 2025 | $2,036 |
| April 2025 | $2,050 |
| May 2025 | $2,040 |
| June 2025 | $2,012 |
| July 2025 | $2,172 |
| August 2025 | $2,064 |
| September 2025 | $1,986 |
| October 2025 | $1,940 |
| November 2025 | $1,952 |
| December 2025 | $1,950 |
| January 2026 | $1,997 |
| February 2026 | $2,041 |
| March 2026 | $2,232 |
| April 2026 | $2,219 |
| May 2026 | $2,257 |
| June 2026 | $2,198 |
| July 2026 | $2,192 |
| August 2026 | $2,189 |
| September 2026 | $2,195 |
| October 2026 | $2,278 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,942 |
| December 2024 | $1,835 |
| January 2025 | $1,800 |
| February 2025 | $1,690 |
| March 2025 | $1,695 |
| April 2025 | $1,766 |
| May 2025 | $1,797 |
| June 2025 | $1,810 |
| July 2025 | $1,887 |
| August 2025 | $1,830 |
| September 2025 | $1,835 |
| October 2025 | $1,778 |
| November 2025 | $1,750 |
| December 2025 | $1,750 |
| January 2026 | $1,750 |
| February 2026 | $1,728 |
| March 2026 | $1,840 |
| April 2026 | $1,799 |
| May 2026 | $1,936 |
| June 2026 | $1,972 |
| July 2026 | $1,891 |
| August 2026 | $1,841 |
| September 2026 | $1,795 |
| October 2026 | $1,750 |
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Can I afford to live at 311 Ridge Ave #2?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$57,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,445.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 years ago | $1,195 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $1,195 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 12 years ago | $885 | 1 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 311 Ridge Ave #2
Oakton Elementary School
436 ridge ave
evanston, IL, 60202
K-5Public
B
Baby Toddler Nursery
2200 main st
evanston, IL, 60202
PKPublic
Joseph E. Hill Education Center
1500 mcdaniel ave
evanston, IL, 60201
PKPublic
East Prairie Elementary School
7616 e prairie rd
skokie, IL, 60076
PK, K-8Public
A
Albany Park Community Center
5101 n kimball ave 1
chicago, IL, 60625
PKPublic
Getting around Evanston near 311 Ridge Ave #2
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 311 Ridge Ave #2, Evanston
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Exclusive Boutique Inc
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Key Club Cleaners
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Ross Dress For Less
7564 N Western Ave
Discovery Clothing
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Opal Boutique
7405 N Ridge Blvd
Dunkin'
7578 N Western Ave
Starbucks
1763 W Howard St
Dunkin'
7553 N Paulina St
Dollop Coffee & the Hoosier Mama Pie Company
749 Chicago Ave
Reprise Coffee Roasters
710 Main St
Everybody's Place to Drink
2335 W Howard St
Ward Eight
629 Howard St
Candlelite Chicago
7452 N Western Ave
Mark II Lounge
7436 N Western Ave
Mullen's
7301 N Western Ave
Sweet Temptations Bake Shop
607 Howard St
Caribbean American Baking Co
1539 W Howard St
Jr Dessert Bakery
2841 W Howard St
La Azteca Produce
7067 N Clark St
Lovely Rolling Pin
7527 N Sheridan Rd
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Playground
Kay Lee Tot Lot
Elks Park
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955 Howard St
Wing Street
951 Howard St
Pizza Hut
951 Howard St
McDonald's
1117 Howard St
Taste of Jamaica
741 Howard St
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