Low Income Apartments for Rent in Waukegan, IL
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1 BED$1,150+2 BEDS$1,350+
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1 BED$1,065+2 BEDS$1,200+3 BEDS$1,400+Brookside Knoll
206 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
1 BED$1,175+2 BEDS$1,400+Briarwood Apartments
3060 Kathe Ln, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
STUDIO$1,025+1 BED$1,090+2 BEDS$1,355+Cinnamon Lake Towers
2701 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085 -
1 BED$1,235+2 BEDS$1,434+Linden Flats Apartments
2020 Linden Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087 -
Call for RentResidences at Fountain Square
3690 S Casimer Pulaski Dr, Waukegan, IL 60085
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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
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 553 Sq Ft $1,127 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 673 Sq Ft $1,135 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 882 Sq Ft $1,414 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,113 Sq Ft $1,505 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Waukegan
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Downtown Waukegan 706 Sq Ft $1,262/mo
- Lakehurst 680 Sq Ft $1,506/mo
- Windwood 680 Sq Ft $1,506/mo
- Bayberry 680 Sq Ft $1,506/mo
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