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434 Elmwood Ave #2R1, Evanston, IL 60202, USA|Evanston
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Property Overview
434 Elmwood Ave #2R1 offers significant advantages, including proximity to a highly rated elementary school and a pet-friendly environment supported by multiple nearby pet services. With 10 photos available, potential renters can easily visualize the living space, while its value is recognized in the 93.62 percentile for affordability in the area. A smoke-free policy further enhances the appeal of this property.
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
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1, Evanston
Apartment Amenities
| Garden Apartment | Storage Unit |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Refrigerator | Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| No Smoking | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Other
| Dogs OK Up To 40 Pounds |
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
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 33% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Evanston.
Please email with any inquiries and showing requests. Spacious 2 bedroom apartment on second floor close to St. Francis Hospital! Features: - Spacious layout - Tons of natural sunlight - Plenty of closet space - Laundry on site - Small pet friendly (cats and dogs up to 40lbs, breed restrictions, pet fee applies) - Responsive maintenance staff *PHOTOS OF SIMILAR UNIT IN THE SAME COMPLEX* 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 Nonrefundable Move In Fee No Security Deposit Flat rate: $70/month for Heat/Water/Cooking Gas/Sewer/Trash 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 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Evanston |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60202 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Evanston
2-bedroom apartments at 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1 cost about 33% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Evanston
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,636 |
| December 2023 | $2,691 |
| January 2024 | $2,724 |
| February 2024 | $2,722 |
| March 2024 | $2,929 |
| April 2024 | $2,662 |
| May 2024 | $2,648 |
| June 2024 | $2,764 |
| July 2024 | $2,862 |
| August 2024 | $2,702 |
| September 2024 | $2,706 |
| October 2024 | $2,704 |
| November 2024 | $2,621 |
| December 2024 | $2,508 |
| January 2025 | $2,470 |
| February 2025 | $2,498 |
| March 2025 | $2,508 |
| April 2025 | $2,495 |
| May 2025 | $2,498 |
| June 2025 | $2,498 |
| July 2025 | $2,550 |
| August 2025 | $2,491 |
| September 2025 | $2,419 |
| October 2025 | $2,416 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $2,195 |
| December 2023 | $2,323 |
| January 2024 | $2,310 |
| February 2024 | $2,310 |
| March 2024 | $2,481 |
| April 2024 | $2,502 |
| May 2024 | $2,561 |
| June 2024 | $2,596 |
| July 2024 | $2,595 |
| August 2024 | $2,584 |
| September 2024 | $2,507 |
| October 2024 | $2,495 |
| November 2024 | $2,320 |
| December 2024 | $2,180 |
| January 2025 | $2,182 |
| February 2025 | $2,295 |
| March 2025 | $2,310 |
| April 2025 | $2,400 |
| May 2025 | $2,330 |
| June 2025 | $2,398 |
| July 2025 | $2,401 |
| August 2025 | $2,488 |
| September 2025 | $2,475 |
| October 2025 | $2,448 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$63,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1
Oakton Elementary School
436 ridge ave
evanston, IL, 60202
K-5Public
B
Joseph E. Hill Education Center
1500 mcdaniel ave
evanston, IL, 60201
PKPublic
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Getting around Evanston near 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1
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 434 Elmwood Ave #2R1, 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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