Last Updated: 8 Hrs. Ago

Monthly Rent

$2,000

Beds

2

Baths

1

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Note: Prices and availability subject to change without notice.

Lease Terms

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Expenses

  • Unassigned Surface Lot Parking: $31

About 869 N McKinley Rd

Exclusive 2-Bed Apartment in Prime Downtown Lake Forest Location! Address: 869 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL Rent: $2,000 per month | Security Deposit: 1 Month's Rent A rare opportunity to lease an apartment in one of the North Shore's most upscale and sought-after neighborhoods! This lovely 2-bedroom unit is exceptionally hard to find in the exclusive downtown Lake Forest area, offering unparalleled access to everything this beautiful city has to offer. Unit & Building Features: * Rarity Alert: Located in a quiet, friendly, and highly desirable neighborhood steps from Downtown Lake Forest. * Location, Location, Location: Walkable to the Metra Train Station for an easy commute to Downtown Chicago and other North Shore suburbs. * The Unit: Charming and cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment on the second floor of a two-flat building. * Bedrooms: Both bedrooms are spacious, airy, and filled with natural sunlight. * Kitchen: Very cute kitchen featuring a range stove and beautiful hardwood floors. * Laundry: Convenient on-site laundry room available * Parking: Reserved parking is available across the street. Premier Lake Forest Access: Enjoy the convenience of living moments away from: * Upscale Downtown Shopping & Dining * Lake Forest College (approx. 1 mile) * Lake Michigan Lakefront Parks and recreational opportunities (approx. 1 mile) * Excellent Highway Access to local high-tech industries and businesses. Lease & Financial Details: * Rent: $2,000 per month * Security Deposit: Equal to one month's rent. * Utilities: owner pays utilities, with a $150 per month utility fee covering gas, electric, internet, garbage, water, and sewer. * Lease Term: 12-month lease standard; a 24-month lease is preferred. * Non-Smoking Unit. Pet Policy: Small pets are welcome! As this is a second-floor unit, it is best suited for a small pet. A separate pet deposit and a monthly pet fee will apply. Application Requirements: To ensure a smooth application process, applicants must meet the following criteria: * Credit Score: 640 or above. * Income Requirement: Three times the monthly income-to-rent ratio. * Application: All applicants must fill out the application and consent to a background check. * Lease: All adults who will reside in the unit must apply and be named on the lease.

869 N McKinley Rd is located in Lake Forest, Illinois in the 60045 zip code.

Community Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Waterfront

Floorplan Amenities

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Patio

Parking

  • Surface Lot Parking: $31

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Commuter Rail

  • Lake Forest Station (Up-North)

    Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
  • Lake Bluff Station

    Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
  • Fort Sheridan Station

    Drive: 6 min 3.1 mi
  • Great Lakes Station

    Drive: 7 min 4.0 mi
  • Lake Forest Station (Md-North)

    Drive: 8 min 4.0 mi

Universities

Parks & Recreation

  • Skokie River Nature Preserve

    Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
  • Oriole Grove Forest Preserve (Jensen Woods)

    Drive: 5 min 2.5 mi
  • Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve

    Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
  • Mellody Farm Nature Preserve

    Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
  • Wildlife Discovery Center

    Drive: 9 min 4.2 mi

Shopping Centers & Malls

Military Bases

Schools

GreatSchools Rating

Private Elementary & Middle School

369 Students
(847) 234-0371
Grades PK-8

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