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The Woodlands on Green Bay
3500 Green Bay RdNorth Chicago, IL 60044
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515 W Madison StWaukegan, IL 60085
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3080 W 8th StWaukegan, IL 60085
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206 N Green Bay RdWaukegan, IL 60085
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805 Baldwin AveWaukegan, IL 60085
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15 Shagbark Rd
15 Shagbark RdLake Bluff, IL 60044
3060 Kathe Ln
WaukeganIL60085
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Briarwood Apartments
3060 Kathe LnWaukegan, IL 60085
129 Franklin St
WaukeganIL60085
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10 N Sheridan RdWaukegan, IL 60085
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300-336 N Green Bay RdWaukegan, IL 60085
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625 S Dilger AveWaukegan, IL 60085
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The Lakes at Fountain Square Apartment Homes
500 Lakehurst RdWaukegan, IL 60085
3060 Kathe Ln
WaukeganIL60085
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Forest Pointe Apartments
29533 N Waukegan RdLake Bluff, IL 60044
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The Oaks of Lake Bluff
601 W Washington AveLake Bluff, IL 60044
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Karcher Artspace Lofts
405 Washington StWaukegan, IL 60085
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Forest View Manor
1912 10TH StWaukegan, IL 60085
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417 Franklin StWaukegan, IL 60085
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2030 Washington StWaukegan, IL 60085
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520 N Genesee StWaukegan, IL 60085
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200 Julian StWaukegan, IL 60085
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Pioneer Park
750-754 N Pioneer RdWaukegan, IL 60085
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Emhurst Lake Apartments
1100 Lakehurst DrWaukegan, IL 60085
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Green Valley Apartments
4200 Greenleaf CtPark City, IL 60085
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4100 Greenleaf CtPark City, IL 60085
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415 N Sheridan Rd
415 N Sheridan RdWaukegan, IL 60085
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427 N Butrick StWaukegan, IL 60085
3305 Sunset Ave
WaukeganIL60087
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WaukeganIL60085
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GurneeIL60031
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North Chicago, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Chicago?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap North Chicago Studio Apartments | $1,141 | $1,050 | $1,211 |
| Cheap North Chicago 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $1,065 | $2,203 |
| Cheap North Chicago 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $1,200 | $4,747 |
| Cheap North Chicago 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,400 | $2,261 |
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Cheapest Available North Chicago Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in North Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarwood Apartments in the Pleasant Hill neighborhood priced from $1,175. Madison West Apartment in the Waukegan Downtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable North Chicago apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Briarwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Madison West Apartment | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 10 N Sheridan Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Imperial Tower Apartments | The Grand | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| The Oaks of Lake Bluff | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| The Lakes at Fountain Square Apartment Homes | Ontario | 2BR,1BA | $1,498 |
| Deer Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,806 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Chicago, IL
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Chicago area is the $1.98 price per square foot 215 S Park Ave Model at 215 S Park Ave, Unit 1F in the in the Waukegan Downtown neighborhood starting from $1,980. The second greatest value North Chicago apartment is the The Grand Model at Imperial Tower Apartments starting at $1,297 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Norshore Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Chicago apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 215 S Park Ave, Unit 1F | 215 S Park Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Imperial Tower Apartments | The Grand | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Lakes at Fountain Square Apartment Homes | Ontario | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Madison West Apartment | 1 BR / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Deer Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Oaks of Lake Bluff | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 10 N Sheridan Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Chicago Apartment is $1,175 at Briarwood Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Chicago is starting from $1,400 at Briarwood Apartments.
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