AMLI Evanston Apartments: Renters Insurance Guide & What It Actually Costs

Last updated Apr 16, 2026

Thinking about renting at AMLI Evanston Apartments in Evanston? Rent here runs $2,344 – $4,145, and renters insurance adds about $15/mo. Below we break down which carriers are cheapest for this building and what the lease actually requires.

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737 Chicago Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

Evanston

Built 2012 5 stories 214 units
4.6/5 ·107 reviews Google
5/5 ·75 reviews Apt. Finder
$2,344 – $4,145 /month

Monthly Cost Breakdown at AMLI Evanston Apartments

The listed rent isn't the whole number. Here's what AMLI Evanston Apartments actually costs each month once you add required fees and insurance.

Total Monthly Cost $2,377 – $4,178
Base Rent $2,344 – $4,145
Required Monthly Fees $18
Est. Renters Insurance $15/mo

Renters Insurance at AMLI Evanston Apartments

We found a few insurance details on AMLI Evanston Apartments's website. Your lease may have additional requirements — treat these as a starting point.

Lease Requirements

Interested party* Add property to policy
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* An "interested party" is the property management company listed on your insurance policy. It doesn't give them any claim rights — it just means they get notified if your policy lapses, which is how the leasing office verifies you stay insured.

One thing to watch for: when you purchase your policy, most carriers have a field where you add the property as an interested party — skip that step and your proof may get rejected. It takes 30 seconds during checkout. Start a quote to see which carriers handle this automatically.

What Affects Your Premium Here

Every building is different. These factors specific to AMLI Evanston Apartments can push your insurance cost up or down:

Gated Community

Gated access reduces theft risk — may qualify for security discount

Controlled Access

Electronic/key fob entry — reduces unauthorized entry risk

Dog-Friendly

Dogs allowed — consider higher liability coverage

FEMA Flood Zone

Zone X — minimal flood risk

FBI UCR

Property crime rate: 2404/100K (52% above national average)

What You'll Likely Pay

$15

Est. Monthly

$180

Est. Annual

$14

With Discounts/mo

$15

State Avg/mo

How Much Coverage Makes Sense

Renters insurance has two main pieces: personal property coverage, which pays to replace your belongings if they're stolen or damaged (think furniture, electronics, clothes), and liability coverage, which protects you if someone gets hurt in your unit or you accidentally damage someone else's property. Here's what we'd recommend for AMLI Evanston Apartments based on the rent level and building features.

Personal Property

What your stuff is worth

$40,000 recommended

If you own less

$25,000

If you own more

$60,000

Liability

Covers accidental harm & lawsuits

$300,000 recommended

Dog-friendly community — higher liability recommended for pet-related incidents

How Carriers Compare for This Area

Not all carriers price the same zip code equally. Here's how the major options stack up near AMLI Evanston Apartments:

Carrier Monthly Annual
Lemonade $9/mo $108/yr
USAA $10/mo $122/yr
State Farm $14/mo $162/yr
Progressive $15/mo $176/yr
Safeco $15/mo $176/yr
Travelers $16/mo $189/yr
Allstate $17/mo $203/yr
Nationwide $17/mo $203/yr
Farmers $18/mo $216/yr
Liberty Mutual $20/mo $243/yr

Discounts You May Qualify For

Gated community
-5%
Controlled access
-3%
Claims-free (if applicable)
-10%
Pay-in-full annual
-7%
Paperless/autopay
-3%
Multi-policy bundle
-10%

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Property Crime & Theft Risk

Renters insurance pricing is driven by property crime — theft, burglary, and vehicle break-ins — not violent crime. Here's what the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting data shows for Evanston.

Evanston property crime rate

2,404

per 100K residents

52% above U.S. avg

U.S. avg is 1,578 per 100K

Breakdown per 100K residents

Burglary
351 / 200
Larceny / theft
1,874 / 1,172
Vehicle theft
179 / 206

U.S. average

Higher-than-average property crime is why insurance carriers charge more in this zip code — your premium reflects the claims frequency for the area. AMLI Evanston Apartments also has on-site security features (Package service, Controlled access, Property manager on site, Gated) that insurers recognize with discounts.

Source: FBI UCR Program, Evanston (2024-12 to 2025-11)

What Residents Are Saying

Based on Google reviews, here are the issues residents mention most often — and the ones that matter when choosing your coverage. Longer bars indicate more frequent discussion.

Maintenance Issues Mentioned
Management Issues Mentioned
Pest Issues Mentioned

On-Site Security

Package service Controlled access Property manager on site Gated

Flood Risk

Standard renters insurance does not cover flood damage. FEMA maps every property into a flood zone — here's what that means for AMLI Evanston Apartments.

FEMA Zone X (Area Of Minimal Flood Hazard) — Minimal flood risk

Flood insurance optional but inexpensive in this zone.

Flood zone data from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (NFHL). Zones can change — verify at FEMA Flood Map Service.

Fees Beyond Rent

These are the additional charges beyond base rent at AMLI Evanston Apartments. Some are monthly, some are one-time — all of them affect your actual cost of living here.

Required Fees

Utility Billing Service Fee

Charged per unit.

$4.45 / mo

Utility Billing

Monthly utility billing methodology will be outlined in lease agreement. Any additional questions regarding billing please contact our onsite team. Charged per unit.

Varies / mo

Application Fee

Charged per applicant.

$50

Utility Acct Setup Fee

Charged per unit.

$20

Pets Fees

Onetime Pet Fee

Charged per pet.

$400

Monthly Pet Rent

Charged per pet.

$25 / mo

Parking Fees

Parking

Charged per vehicle.

$135 - $160 / mo

Amenities

Special Features

42" Espresso shaker kitchen cabinets with designer tile backsplashes 42" shaker cabinets & tile backsplashers Berber carpet in bedrooms Bike sharing Divvy station Built-in tech spaces* Designer porcelain tile bath flooring with subway tile surrounds Electric car charging stations Elegant granite countertops in kitchen Fully equipped kitchens with stainless steel appliances Fully-equipped kitchens with GE stainless steel appliances Ground floor retail Live/Work floor plans available Moen fixtures with gooseneck kitchen faucets with pull-down sprayers Onsite valet dry-cleaning Paw Wash Separate tubs and showers* Wood style flooring in living/dining areas, kitchens and entries

Community Features

Community-Wide WiFi Laundry Facilities Maintenance on site 24 Hour Access On-Site Retail Dry Cleaning Service Guest Apartment Pet Washing Station Car Charging Station Key Fob Entry Elevator Business Center Clubhouse Lounge Multi Use Room Storage Space Roof Terrace Sundeck Grill Picnic Area Fitness Center Bicycle Storage Shuttle To Campus Study Lounge

Floor Plan Amenities

High Speed Internet Access Washer/Dryer Air Conditioning Heating Ceiling Fans Smoke Free Storage Space Double Vanities Tub/Shower Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms) Dishwasher Disposal Granite Countertops Stainless Steel Appliances Island Kitchen Kitchen Microwave Oven Range Refrigerator Freezer Hardwood Floors Carpet Office Recreation Room Walk-In Closets Loft Layout Balcony

Pet Policy

Bringing a pet? Here's what AMLI Evanston Apartments allows — and keep in mind, if you have a dog, most insurance advisors recommend bumping your liability coverage to at least $300,000. Standard renters policies cover pet-related incidents, but the default $100,000 limit may not be enough if something happens.

Cats and Dogs Allowed
75 lb Weight Limit
2 Pet Limit

About AMLI Evanston Apartments

Year Built: 2012
Stories: 5 stories
Units: 214
Phone: (224) 505-2437

From the property listing:

Experience apartment living at its finest here at our luxury Evanston apartments. You'll find all the conveniences of city life and lakeside recreation at your fingertips. Here, you have access to all of Chicago in less than 20 minutes, thanks to the nearby Metra and CTA Purple Line stations. Plus, enjoy the many dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities right here in lively Evanston.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does AMLI Evanston Apartments require renters insurance?
We found specific coverage details on AMLI Evanston Apartments's website — these likely reflect lease requirements, but confirm with the leasing office. Even if it's not required, a policy typically runs under $20/month and covers you against theft, fire, and liability.
How much is renters insurance at AMLI Evanston Apartments?
For this zip code and building type, expect to pay around $15/month ($180/year). AMLI Evanston Apartments has security features that qualify for discounts — with those applied, you could pay as little as $14/month. For context, the statewide average is $15/month, so this building is right around average.
What will I actually pay per month at AMLI Evanston Apartments?
Plan for $2,377 to $4,178/month all-in. That's base rent ($2,344 – $4,145), plus $18/month in required fees (trash, utilities, etc.), plus roughly $15/month for renters insurance. Most apartment listing sites don't include those last two — so the sticker price can be misleading.
Does AMLI Evanston Apartments allow pets?
Yes, AMLI Evanston Apartments is pet-friendly. Here are the details: Cats and Dogs Allowed. 75 lb Weight Limit. 2 Pet Limit. If you have a pet, keep in mind that most renters insurance policies cover pet liability — but you may want to increase your liability limit, especially for larger breeds.
How safe is the area around AMLI Evanston Apartments?
Property crime in Evanston runs noticeably higher than the national average — 2,404 incidents per 100,000 residents versus the U.S. average of 1,578. That's the metric insurance carriers care about most for renters coverage, since property crime (theft, burglary, vehicle break-ins) drives most claims. Burglary specifically is 351/100K here. On the property itself, you'll find package service, controlled access, property manager on site, gated — features that can qualify for premium discounts.
What floor plans does AMLI Evanston Apartments offer?
There are 44 floor plans to choose from, spanning 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, studio layouts. Rent ranges from $2,344 – $4,145. Your unit size can affect your insurance cost too — a larger unit typically means more belongings to cover.

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