
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lake County, IL from $800 (53 Rentals)
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19239 W Fairview Dr

942 North Ave

2475 Waterbury Ln

1039 Sheridan Rd

930 W Rollins Rd

126 Washington St

3305 Sunset Ave
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3305 Sunset Ave

28 Fulton Ave

43313 N Catherine Ave

33561 N Royal Oak Ln

120 Broadway St

300 Marlene Ct
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600 McKinley Ave

99 North Ave

1915 Seymour Ave

2318 Washington St

754 Walnut St

713 Lake St

701 Lake St

1601 11th St

1156 Osterman Ave

341 Harden St

699 Elm Pl
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696 Elm Pl

1427 Hervey Ave

733 Judson Ave

733 Judson Ave

447 Roger Williams Ave

1171 N Red Oak Cir

522 North Ave

254 N Slusser St

2110 Hebron Ave

985 S Court of Shorewood, Unit 985-3A
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1002 Westmoreland Ave

555 Deepwoods Dr

35339 N Hickory Ln

733 Judson Ave

12900 W Heiden Cir

229 W Ct of Shorewood

522 Meadow Green Ln

37439 N Lake Shore Dr

100 Clubhouse Ln
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Lake County, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Lake County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,249 | $900 | $4,500 |
Lake County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,931 | $1,500 | $9,775 |
Lake County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,892 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
Lake County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,996 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
Lake County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,600 | $3,300 | $10,000+ |
Lake County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $850 | $850 | $850 |
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Cheapest Available Lake County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake County, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at CASA Apartments - Waukegan in the North Waukegan neighborhood priced from $750. Sunset Village in the North Waukegan neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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CASA Apartments - Waukegan | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Sunset Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Country Chalet Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
Linden Flats Apartments | 1 BR/1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Kings Court Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Lakewood Tower | 2 Bed 790SF | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Woodview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake County, IL
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake County area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2409 Gilboa Ave Model at 2409 Gilboa Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Shepherds Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Lake County apartment is the Waiting List Model at Northline Apartments starting at $1,975 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Libertyville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2409 Gilboa Ave, Unit 1 | 2409 Gilboa Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
Northline Apartments | Waiting List | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
West Harbor Residences at Reva Bay | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Grays Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom Platinum FP | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
Sunset Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Kings Court Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Lakewood Tower | 2 Bed 790SF | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Country Chalet Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
CASA Apartments - Waukegan | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Lake County
What type of rentals are currently available in Lake County?
There are currently 768 Apartments for Rent in Lake County, IL with pricing that ranges from $700 to $16,603. There are also 321 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake County ranging from $800 to $19,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake County ranges from $800 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,270.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lake County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lake County range from $1,700 to $16,603, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $9,775. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.
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