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Highlights

  • Suburban charm
  • Outdoor recreation
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Shared laundry facility
  • Shared laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly

Location

1936 Wesley Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, USA|Evanston
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Management

Highland Real Estate Partners LLC

Leasing office

(312) 883-5503

Property Overview

1936 Wesley offers a strong mix of value, location, and features, with an 8.8 expert rating, excellent price and amenities scores, and a solid location score. It stands out for suburban charm, outdoor recreation, and a pet-friendly community, along with shared laundry facilities and a useful set of photos. Nearby parks, walkability, public transit, and recycling or composting options add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1936 Wesley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1936 Wesley has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

2 Bed 1 Bath (3B)2 bed1 bath1,700 sqft$1,900 /mo2 units availableLooking for the perfect student pad? This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living with water, sewer, trash, and heat included in the rent—keeping things simple and budget-friendly. You’ll enjoy access to a shared laundry facility right on-site, and electric is easy to manage in your name. Pet lovers rejoice! This pet-friendly home welcomes your furry friends with a $300 deposit and $30 monthly pet rent per pet. Located close to campus, public transit, and a variety of local cafes, shops, and parks, this apartment puts everything you need right at your fingertips. A one-time $1200 admin fee applies—make this vibrant, convenient space your new home!

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Amenities for 1936 Wesley

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
TrashWater

Building

Sewer
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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Units8

About 1936 Wesley

HomeApartments in ChicagoEvanston 1936 Wesley

Charming 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments with Parking and Shared Patio – 1936 Wesley Ave, Evanston, IL Welcome to 1936 Wesley Ave, featuring spacious 2 and 3 bedroom apartments designed for comfortable living in a pet-friendly community. This residence offers shared laundry facilities, a convenient parking lot, and a relaxing shared patio area—perfect for enjoying the outdoors and socializing with neighbors. Located in vibrant Evanston, this property is ideally situated near popular attractions and conveniences: Just 1.5 miles from Northwestern University, a hub for education and culture Approximately 2 miles to downtown Evanston, offering a variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options Close to beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline (about 2.5 miles), great for outdoor recreation and scenic walks Easy access to public transportation for a quick commute to Chicago and surrounding areas Enjoy the perfect blend of suburban charm with city convenience. Schedule a tour today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1936 Wesley is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1936 Wesley has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1936 Wesley
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1936 Wesley offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1936 Wesley goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1936 Wesley receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1936 Wesley is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1936 Wesley to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1936 Wesley provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1936 Wesley is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 36 parks within a mile

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 1936 Wesley compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 785 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.6 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

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Rent trends in Evanston

2-bedroom apartments at 1936 Wesley cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Evanston.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,534
December 2024$1,501
January 2025$1,483
February 2025$1,495
March 2025$1,520
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,502
June 2025$1,531
July 2025$1,580
August 2025$1,516
September 2025$1,473
October 2025$1,495
November 2025$1,520
December 2025$1,495
January 2026$1,496
February 2026$1,516
March 2026$1,657
April 2026$1,637
May 2026$1,684
June 2026$1,691
July 2026$1,658
August 2026$1,650
September 2026$1,650
October 2026$1,731
November 2026$1,696
A table of studio rental data trends in Evanston
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,675
December 2024$1,620
January 2025$1,382
February 2025$1,488
March 2025$1,505
April 2025$1,514
May 2025$1,527
June 2025$1,451
July 2025$1,415
August 2025$1,415
September 2025$1,739
October 2025$2,172
November 2025$1,975
December 2025$1,969
January 2026$2,031
February 2026$2,031
March 2026$2,099
April 2026$1,999
May 2026$1,964
June 2026$1,713
July 2026$1,633
August 2026$1,539
September 2026$1,617
October 2026$1,823
November 2026$1,595

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Schools near 1936 Wesley

Orrington Elementary School

2636 orrington ave

evanston, IL, 60201

K-5Public
A

Joseph E. Hill Education Center

1500 mcdaniel ave

evanston, IL, 60201

PKPublic

Baby Toddler Nursery

2200 main st

evanston, IL, 60202

PKPublic

The Joseph Sears School

542 abbotsford rd

kenilworth, IL, 60043

PK, K-8Public
A+

East Prairie Elementary School

7616 e prairie rd

skokie, IL, 60076

PK, K-8Public
A
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Getting around Evanston near 1936 Wesley Ave

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1936 Wesley Ave, Evanston

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
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 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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