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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waukegan, IL

419 Rentals
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  28. Building Photo - Heritage Green
    1 BED
    $1,250+
    2 BEDS
    $1,500+

    Heritage Green

    300-336 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
  35. Building Photo - Willow Wind
    1 BED
    $1,325+
    2 BEDS
    $1,475+

    Willow Wind

    2620-2640 N Delany Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087
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Waukegan at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,127
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28

Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Waukegan, IL Apartments for Rent

Waukegan is the county seat of Lake County and the most populous city in the county, situated along the southwest shore of Lake Michigan approximately 40 miles north of Chicago. Those looking for apartments for rent in Waukegan will discover an accessible spot with lakefront perks, including Waukegan Municipal Beach, which spans 400 acres with a mile-long beach and marina. The city serves as a satellite community within the greater Chicago metropolitan area, offering convenient access to both natural recreation and urban employment centers.

Renting in Waukegan appeals to budget-savvy folks seeking affordability without sacrificing proximity to major metropolitan resources. The city features a range of apartment communities near downtown, where shops and restaurants are within walking or biking distance of the lakefront. Average rents stay competitive, with one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,132 per month. Waukegan is accessible via the Waukegan National Airport and offers a commute of less than an hour to Chicago, making it practical for those working in the city. Community parks, nature preserves, and golf courses provide outdoor recreation options, while the lakefront location offers year-round scenic appeal.

Renting in Waukegan

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Getting Around Waukegan

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54

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
43

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
28

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Waukegan High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
4,355 Students
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Thomas Jefferson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
774 Students
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Robert E Abbott Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
630 Students
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Miguel Juarez Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
672 Students
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Jack Benny Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
529 Students
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Daniel Webster Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
503 Students
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John S Clark Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
240 Students
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H R Mccall Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
385 Students
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Washington Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
400 Students
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Hyde Park Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
285 Students

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