
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waukegan, IL from $675 with Washer/Dryer (14 Rentals)
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Harbor Lake

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The Chateau Royale

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1520 Westmoreland Ave, Unit 2 Bedroom Apartment

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10 N Sheridan Rd.

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222 N Genesee St, Unit 207
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waukegan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukegan Studio Apartments | $1,324 | $675 | $2,143 |
| Waukegan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $775 | $2,794 |
| Waukegan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $950 | $3,715 |
| Waukegan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,131 | $1,050 | $4,736 |
| Waukegan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,625 | $1,625 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waukegan Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waukegan?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waukegan is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waukegan?
The cheapest apartment in Waukegan is CASA Apartments - Waukegan which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Waukegan costs $1,479.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waukegan?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Waukegan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Waukegan?
Cheap apartments in Waukegan have an average cost of $119 which is $1,360 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waukegan.
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