
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lake County, IL from $900 (82 Rentals)
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3910 Ellis Ave

19239 W Fairview Dr

2900 Enoch Ave

942 North Ave

19239 W Fairview Dr

3305 Sunset Ave

3305 Sunset Ave
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3305 Sunset Ave

338 N Green Bay Rd

342 Jocelyn Pl

1039 Adams St

2900 Elizabeth Ave

202 S Park Ave

666-700 Park Ave W

24 Jamaica Colony
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1139 Lincoln St

1915 Seymour Ave

2318 Washington St

1412 Elizabeth Ave

213 S Main St

701 Lake St

733 Judson Ave

1108 Lincoln St

699 Elm Pl
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696 Elm Pl

3353 Beacon St

260 N Slusser St

733 Judson Ave

1412 W Clear Water Cir

447 Roger Williams Ave

733 Judson Ave

709 Porter St

1584 Crystal Rock Ct

485 Roger Williams Ave
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551 S M.L.K. Jr Ave

2030 Wright Ave

2030 Wright Ave

222 Woodlawn Dr

1601 11th St

10160 W Wadsworth Rd

1011 Farwell Ct

1507 N Milwaukee Ave, Unit 5D

342 Park
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 | $2,281 | $1,400 | $4,500 |
Lake County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,084 | $1,660 | $7,200 |
Lake County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,840 | $2,000 | $8,500 |
Lake County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,893 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
Lake County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,766 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
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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 $900. 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 | $900 |
Madison West Apartment | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
Country Chalet Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath* | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Kings Court Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Linden Flats Apartments | 2 BR- 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Timber Oaks (Patriot Oaks) | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Woodstone Village Apartments | 1x1 695 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
10 N Sheridan Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake County, IL
As of June 19, 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 807 Euclid Ct Model at 807 Euclid Ct, Unit 1 starting at $2,200 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Fort Sheridan 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 |
807 Euclid Ct, Unit 1 | 807 Euclid Ct | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
708 N County St, Unit Martinez apartments | 708 N County St | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
West Harbor Residences at Reva Bay | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Kings Court Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Linden Flats Apartments | 2 BR- 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
Country Chalet Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath* | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Sunset Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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 770 Apartments for Rent in Lake County, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $16,452. There are also 298 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake County ranging from $900 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 $900 to $19,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,824.
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 $1,600 to $16,452, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,660 to $7,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,550.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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