Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Waukegan Neighborhood of Waukegan, IL (232 Rentals)

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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property at 3305 Sunset Ave
$1,190

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Base Rent$1,190
Total Monthly Price$1,190
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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3305 Sunset Ave

WaukeganIL60087

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Waukegan. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Waukegan, this section of town ranks as one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to highly-rated education resources.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks and outdoor amenities is a must-have. This area of town is providing good access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

This part of town is one of the finest neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Waukegan

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Waukegan area of Waukegan, IL?

As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 232 available Downtown Waukegan apartments priced from $675 to $3,150, with an average monthly rent of $1,650.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Waukegan Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Waukegan ranges from $775 to $2,281 with an average monthly rent of $1,360.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Waukegan cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Waukegan range from $950 to $2,975. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,768.

How expensive are Downtown Waukegan Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Waukegan on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,050 to $3,150 - averaging $2,560 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.