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Highlights

  • Walk-in closet
  • Refrigerator
  • Cable-ready
  • Vintage building
  • Hardwood floor
  • Tile floor

Location

2116 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA|Evanston
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Management

EBM Real Estate LLC

Leasing office

(847) 869-4200

Property Overview

311 - *2116-18 Central Building* presents as a strong rental option with an 8.6/10 rating, combining excellent price value, standout amenities, and a convenient location. Its vintage character, walk-in closet, hardwood and tile floors, refrigerator, and cable-ready features complement practical advantages like 10 photos and nearby pet-friendly resources.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1 bed1 bath$1,350 /mo1 unit available1-Bedroom 1-Bath apartment in north Evanston, east of Hartrey cats are OK for an additional $10 per month laundry in bldg, off-street parking $60 when available Great North Evanston location. Walk to everything you need: Metra, "L", shops, restaurants & cafes, golf course, tennis courts, grocery store, cleaners, and Lake Michigan. RENTAL FEATURES Living room Walk-in closet Range / Oven Refrigerator forced air heat Cable-ready Hardwood floor Tile floor COMMUNITY FEATURES Vintage building Secured entry LEASE TERMS Rent includes heat and water. To schedule a showing, please call or text Simona at 847 235-0137 or Valentin at 708 243-1140 Photos are representative of apartments in the building and do not represent any specific unit. We require a non-refundable $250 move-in fee and $50 application fee per adult at the time of application.

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Amenities for 311 - *2116-18 Central Building*

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHardwood Floor
HeatingLarge Closets
Walk-in ClosetWater

Appliances

OvenOven/Range
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units8
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About 311 - *2116-18 Central Building*

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1-Bedroom 1-Bath apartment in north Evanston, east of Hartrey cats are OK for an additional $10 per month laundry in bldg, off-street parking $60 when available Great North Evanston location. Walk to everything you need: Metra, "L", shops, restaurants & cafes, golf course, tennis courts, grocery store, cleaners, and Lake Michigan. RENTAL FEATURES Living room Walk-in closet Range / Oven Refrigerator forced air heat Cable-ready Hardwood floor Tile floor COMMUNITY FEATURES Vintage building Secured entry LEASE TERMS Rent includes heat and water. To schedule a showing, please call or text Simona at 847 235-0137 or Valentin at 708 243-1140 Photos are representative of apartments in the building and do not represent any specific unit. We require a non-refundable $250 move-in fee and $50 application fee per adult at the time of application.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* 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 311 - *2116-18 Central Building*
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.
311 - *2116-18 Central Building* 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.
311 - *2116-18 Central Building* goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* 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.
311 - *2116-18 Central Building* 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·6A 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 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

311 - *2116-18 Central Building* is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 11 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 dog park within 1 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 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Evanston

1-bedroom apartments at 311 - *2116-18 Central Building* cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Evanston.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Evanston
Chicago
A table of studio rental data trends in Chicago
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,700
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$1,473
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Evanston
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$2,055
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$1,739
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$1,560

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$54,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $54,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,350.
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Schools near 311 - *2116-18 Central Building*

Kingsley Elementary School

2300 green bay rd

evanston, IL, 60201

K-5Public
A-

Joseph E. Hill Education Center

1500 mcdaniel ave

evanston, IL, 60201

PKPublic

The Joseph Sears School

542 abbotsford rd

kenilworth, IL, 60043

PK, K-8Public
A+

Baby Toddler Nursery

2200 main st

evanston, IL, 60202

PKPublic

East Prairie Elementary School

7616 e prairie rd

skokie, IL, 60076

PK, K-8Public
A
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Getting around Evanston near 2116 Central St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 2116 Central St, 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

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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