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Waukegan, IL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Waukegan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukegan 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,010 | $1,350 | $3,495 |
| Waukegan 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,424 | $1,650 | $3,850 |
| Waukegan 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,647 | $2,145 | $8,500 |
| Waukegan 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,725 | $3,650 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waukegan, IL
Pricing Updated: 05/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the Waukegan, IL area range in price from $750 to $2,972 with an overall median price of $1,675. The three Waukegan neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Waukegan Downtown at $750, Norshore Park at $950, and Pleasant Hill at $950. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Waukegan Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukegan Downtown | $1,400 | $750 | 7 |
| Norshore Park | $1,600 | $950 | 12 |
| Pleasant Hill | $1,600 | $950 | 8 |
| Downtown Waukegan | $1,675 | $750 | 15 |
| Marquette Highlands | $1,750 | $750 | 11 |
| North Waukegan | $1,750 | $750 | 11 |
| Lake Cogardens | $1,950 | $750 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Waukegan Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASA Apartments - Waukegan | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Sunset Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Beechwood at the Preserve | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Woodview Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waukegan, IL
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waukegan 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 Waukegan apartment is the 2135 Kemble Ave Model at 2135 Kemble Ave, Unit 1st floor-3bdrm starting at $1,600 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the North Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waukegan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2409 Gilboa Ave, Unit 1 | 2409 Gilboa Ave | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| 2135 Kemble Ave, Unit 1st floor-3bdrm | 2135 Kemble Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Willow Wind | 2 bedroom 1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Imperial Tower Apartments | The Grand | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Harbor Lake | The 1st Mate | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Linden Flats Apartments | 2 BR- 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Beechwood at the Preserve | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Sunset Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| CASA Apartments - Waukegan | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Waukegan?
There are currently 316 Apartments for Rent in Waukegan, IL with pricing that ranges from $750 to $6,576. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waukegan ranging from $850 to $8,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waukegan?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waukegan ranges from $850 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,404.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waukegan?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waukegan range from $1,600 to $4,395, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,145 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.
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