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144 Custer Ave, Evanston, IL 60202, USA|Evanston
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Property Overview
The property at 144-146 Custer Ave received a solid Zumper expert rating of 7.9 out of 10, reflecting its competitive pricing and impressive amenities, rated 9 out of 10. Its prime location offers unparalleled convenience, earning another high rating of 9, while the property is ranked within the 70th percentile for value for money in the area. With notable features like onsite coin-operated laundry and a pet-friendly environment supported by nearby pet services, it stands out as a compelling choice for renters.
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
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $895 /mo | 1 unit available | Freshly Painted cozy one-bedroom garden apartment. Bright and welcoming one-bedroom apartment featuring fresh paint and an abundance of natural sunlight. Conveniently located near restaurants, entertainment, and public transportation — perfect for city living! Features: • One cozy bedroom • Freshly painted throughout • Onsite coin-operated laundry • Street parking available • Utilities included Don’t miss out on this great opportunity in a fantastic location! Contact us today to schedule a viewing. We require net income to be 2.5-3 times the rent Minimum credit score of 625+ Good rental history |
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Amenities for 144-146 Custer Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Electricity |
| Heating | Trash |
| Utilities Included | Water |
Appliances
| Cooking Gas | Fridge |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Cats OK |
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
| Not Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
1 pet maximum.
Building details
Property details
| Units | 5 |
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About 144-146 Custer Ave
Freshly Painted cozy one-bedroom garden apartment. Bright and welcoming one-bedroom apartment featuring fresh paint and an abundance of natural sunlight. Conveniently located near restaurants, entertainment, and public transportation — perfect for city living! Features: • One cozy bedroom • Freshly painted throughout • Onsite coin-operated laundry • Street parking available • Utilities included Don’t miss out on this great opportunity in a fantastic location! Contact us today to schedule a viewing. We require net income to be 2.5-3 times the rent Minimum credit score of 625+ Good rental history
144-146 Custer Ave is great for:
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 144-146 Custer Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Evanston
1-bedroom apartments at 144-146 Custer Ave cost about 52% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Evanston.
Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Evanston
Chicago
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,502 |
| November 2023 | $1,507 |
| December 2023 | $1,565 |
| January 2024 | $1,595 |
| February 2024 | $1,627 |
| March 2024 | $1,926 |
| April 2024 | $1,745 |
| May 2024 | $1,751 |
| June 2024 | $1,764 |
| July 2024 | $1,931 |
| August 2024 | $1,691 |
| September 2024 | $1,682 |
| October 2024 | $1,630 |
| November 2024 | $1,568 |
| 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 | $1,463 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,953 |
| November 2023 | $1,941 |
| December 2023 | $2,243 |
| January 2024 | $2,259 |
| February 2024 | $2,307 |
| March 2024 | $2,296 |
| April 2024 | $2,297 |
| May 2024 | $2,295 |
| June 2024 | $2,282 |
| July 2024 | $2,294 |
| August 2024 | $1,675 |
| September 2024 | $2,134 |
| October 2024 | $2,131 |
| November 2024 | $1,805 |
| 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 | $1,643 |
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Can I afford to live at 144 Custer Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$35,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $895.
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Schools near 144-146 Custer Ave
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 144 Custer Ave
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Transit
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 144 Custer Ave, Evanston
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-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
Some bars within walking distance
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