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12865 W Highland Ave

(844) 200-4403
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Waukegan, IL 60087

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12865 W Highland Ave

Waukegan, IL 60087
(844) 200-4403
12865 W Highland Ave in Waukegan, IL - Building Photo
2 Bedroom - Home for Rent
  • 2BR, 1BA Home
  • $2,550 Pricing
  • 1,200 Square Feet
  • 09-20-2026 Availability

About 12865 W Highland Ave

Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a home that's right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more; that's the power of purple! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental home in Waukegan, IL, may be the right place for you. Enjoy outdoor living on the private patio/balcony. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon – homes can go fast! This home is available to pre-lease! Reserve it by paying a refundable Hold Fee. (Exceptions apply in Colorado.) Find out more about pre-leasing on the Pre-Leasing page of the FirstKey Homes website. This home is currently occupied and coming soon; please respect the current resident's privacy and do not disturb. Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see the Rental Fees page on the FirstKey Homes website. FirstKey Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local, state and federal laws may apply. Lease terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent; you must submit additional information for review and approval. Listed features may not be accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative. Certain cities and municipalities (including St. Louis and Chicago) require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details. BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease signing can only be completed through our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds. Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any furniture shown in the images and these virtual images do not represent actual furnishings. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary; photos may be of similar home/floorplan; home may be under construction and photos may not be of actual home; individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.

12865 W Highland Ave is located in the 60087 Zip code of Waukegan, IL.

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application FeeiPer Adult Applicant Charged Per Applicant.$55
Due at Move-In
Admin FeeiPer Lease Generated Charged Per Unit.$75
Security DepositiUp to 2x the monthly rent, depending on the applicant and applicable laws Charged Per Unit.$2550

Utilities

Trash FeeiCharged per unit.$0/mo
Utility Management FeeiCharged per unit.$11/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Personal Add-Ons

Pet RentiUp to 3 pets Allowed Charged Per Pet.$30/mo
Pet RentiCharged Per Pet.$30/mo
Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$300
Pet FeeiUp to 3 pets Allowed Charged Per Pet.$300
Prelease Hold FeeiCharged per unit.$500

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats
Allowed
Dogs
Allowed

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Garden Style

Interior Features

  • Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Disposal

Living Area Features

  • Basement
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12865 W Highland Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087

Frequently Asked Questions about 12865 W Highland Ave

What type of rental is available at 12865 W Highland Ave?

There is currently a 2 Bed 1 Bath Home for rent with 1,200 sq ft listed at 12865 W Highland Ave. It is Available September 20, 2026.

How much is the rent at 12865 W Highland Ave?

The rental at 12865 W Highland Ave is currently listed at $2,550.

What area of town is 12865 W Highland Ave located in?

12865 W Highland Ave is in the 60087 Zip Code of Waukegan, IL.

Nearby Schools

Miguel Juarez Middle School

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
201 North Butrick Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (650 Students)
2/10

Waukegan High School

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
1011 Washington Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (4126 Students)
1/10

Oakdale Elementary School

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60
2230 North McAree Road
Public School - Grades PK-5 (505 Students)
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 12865 W Highland Ave.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

2200 N Lewis Ave
3 minute drive / 1.24 miles away

Ames

2727 Grand Ave
4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away

Target

3050 N Lewis Ave
5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

Colleges and Universities

College of Lake County - Lakeshore Campus

33 North Genesee Street
6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away

College of Lake County - Grayslake Campus

19351 West Washington Street
15 minute drive / 7.29 miles away

Lake Forest College

555 N Sheridan Road
21 minute drive / 10.16 miles away

Groceries

Jewel Osco

6509 Grand Ave
9 minute drive / 4.43 miles away

Aldi

2861 Sheridan Rd
9 minute drive / 4.61 miles away

Jewel-Osco

1400 21st St
11 minute drive / 5.36 miles away

Hospitals

Lake Behavioral Hospital

2615 W Washington St
4 minute drive / 2.22 miles away

Vista Medical Center East

1324 North Sheridan Road
5 minute drive / 2.63 miles away

Midwestern Regional Medical Center

2520 Elisha Avenue
10 minute drive / 4.89 miles away

Military Bases

Great Lakes Naval Training Center

12 minute drive / 5.76 miles away

Shopping Centers

Onan Place Plaza

2001-2045 Green Bay Rd
1 minute drive / 0.16 miles away

Sunset Bay Plaza

3431-3461 Sunset Ave
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

Crescent Court

1147-1167 Green Bay Rd
2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

12865 W Highland Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Transit Stations

Waukegan Station-Union Pacific North Line

95 N. Spring St.
7 minute drive / 3.36 miles away

North Chicago Station-Union Pacific North Line

1633 Lakeside
10 minute drive / 4.78 miles away

Zion Station-Union Pacific North Line

2501 S. Eden Ave
11 minute drive / 5.17 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Waukegan Studio Apartments $1,305$675$2,143
Waukegan 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,706$775$2,794
Waukegan 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,012$950$3,715
Waukegan 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,902$1,050$4,466
Waukegan 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,049$2,049$2,049
2 Bedroom Homes$2,193$1,195$3,800
3 Bedroom Homes$2,812$1,550$6,000
4 Bedroom Homes$4,107$2,950$7,000
5 Bedroom Homes$3,650$3,600$3,700

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