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Highlights
Zero Deposit
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking
- Laundry on site
- Responsive maintenance staff
Location
426 Elmwood Ave #1, Evanston, IL 60202, USA|Evanston
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Property Overview
This property offers off-street parking, convenient on-site laundry facilities, and a responsive maintenance staff, enhancing everyday living. Ideal for those seeking a vibrant community atmosphere, it is located near various local amenities and public transportation options. The combination of these features supports a comfortable and accessible lifestyle in Evanston.
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
Extra Storage- Images available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 426 Elmwood Ave #1, Evanston
Apartment Amenities
| Storage Unit |
Appliances
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| First Floor Walk Up | No Smoking Building |
| Onsite Laundry |
Other
| Dogs OK Up To 40 Pounds | One Year Lease |
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About 426 Elmwood Ave #1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 22% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Evanston.
Spacious, top floor 1 bedroom apartment walking distance to St. Francis Hospital! Features: - Spacious layout with lots of natural light - Laundry on site - Small pet friendly (cats and dogs up to 40lbs, breed restrictions, pet fee applies) - Off-street parking for rent - Responsive maintenance staff (Images may be of exact or very similar unit on site) Close to St. Francis Hospital and Ridge bus stop. Short drive to Target, Whole Foods, Trader Joes, Starbucks, Jewel-Osco and more! Terms: $450 Nonrefundable Move In Fee No Security Deposit Flat rate: $50/month for Heat/Cooking Gas/Water/Sewer/Trash 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. 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 420 Elmwood Ave, Evanston, IL 60202, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Extra Storage
- Upgraded in-unit features
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Evanston |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60202 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Evanston
1-bedroom apartments at 426 Elmwood Ave #1 cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,200 |
| September 2024 | $2,235 |
| October 2024 | $2,200 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,049 |
| September 2024 | $2,145 |
| October 2024 | $2,068 |
| 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 426 Elmwood Ave #1?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$59,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 months ago | $1,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 9 months ago | $1,395 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,595 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,575 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,225 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,100 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $1,620 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 4 years ago | $950 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,650 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 426 Elmwood Ave #1
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
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Getting around Evanston near 426 Elmwood Ave #1
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 426 Elmwood Ave #1, Evanston
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
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
9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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