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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Well-maintained building
- Pet-friendly
- Wood flooring throughout
- Street parking
Location
550 Elmwood Ave #A1, Evanston, IL 60202, USA|Evanston
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Property Overview
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- Images Available
- Outdoor space
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Amenities for 550 Elmwood Ave #A1, Evanston
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Hardwood Floor |
| Heat Included | Radiator Heat |
| Security System | Separate Kitchen |
| Voice Intercom | Water & Trash Included |
| Water Included |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Gas Stove/Oven |
| Oven/Range |
Tech
| Cable & Internet Ready |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Small Building |
Grounds
| Storage | Walking & Biking Trail |
Services
| On-Site Management | Trash Removal Included |
Neighborhood
| Park Nearby |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 550 Elmwood Ave #A1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 24% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Evanston.
Welcome to this oversized 2bedroom, 1-bath . Unit located on the 1st floor of a well-maintained building. This apartment features wood floors throughout, a balcony, and an expansive layout ideal for comfortable living. King size bedroom 1 full bathroom 1st floor unit with abundant natural light Wood flooring throughout Street EASY parking available Heat , Water, Sewege included Pet-friendly Nadiia Khabrenko 312-200-0994 Highmark Realty Group Equal Housing Opportunity
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 550 Elmwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60202, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Address details
| Neighborhood | Evanston |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 60202 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Evanston
2-bedroom apartments at 550 Elmwood Ave #A1 cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Chicago.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,695 |
| 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 | $2,402 |
| November 2025 | $2,428 |
| December 2025 | $2,348 |
| January 2026 | $2,436 |
| February 2026 | $2,425 |
| March 2026 | $2,537 |
| April 2026 | $2,503 |
| May 2026 | $2,550 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,595 |
| 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 | $2,418 |
| November 2025 | $2,286 |
| December 2025 | $2,295 |
| January 2026 | $2,264 |
| February 2026 | $2,271 |
| March 2026 | $2,452 |
| April 2026 | $2,226 |
| May 2026 | $2,345 |
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Can I afford to live at 550 Elmwood Ave #A1?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,695 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,695 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,695 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 years ago | $1,695 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 550 Elmwood Ave #A1
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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Neighborhood
Evanston | Chicago, IL
Getting around Evanston near 550 Elmwood Ave #A1
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.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 550 Elmwood Ave #A1, Evanston
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
5/10
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 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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