
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Cogardens Neighborhood of Waukegan, IL from $675 (18 Rentals)
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1021 Judge Ave, Unit 2nd Floor

Cinnamon Lake Towers

Harbor Lake

Onan Senior Suites

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2000-2030 N Pine St

415 N Sheridan Rd

2614 Grand Ave

Regency Village

Oak Bluff Townhomes

3910 Ellis Ave
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Lake Cogardens, Waukegan, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Cogardens?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Cogardens Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $675 | $1,453 |
| Lake Cogardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $725 | $1,659 |
| Lake Cogardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $950 | $3,000 |
| Lake Cogardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $1,050 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Cogardens Neighborhood of Waukegan, IL.
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Cheapest Available Lake Cogardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Cogardens area of Waukegan, IL is a Studio unit found at CASA Apartments - Waukegan priced from $675. Cinnamon Lake Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Lake Cogardens apartments for rent in Waukegan, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASA Apartments - Waukegan | Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Cinnamon Lake Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC | LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC - 411 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| BUTRICK ST. - 2023 | BUTRICK ST. - 2023 - #12 | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Cogardens, IL
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Cogardens area is the $1.78 price per square foot Crofton Model at Northgate Apartments in the in the North Waukegan neighborhood starting from $1,740. The second greatest value Lake Cogardens apartment is the The Hawk Model at Reserve at Eagle Ridge starting at $1,705 with a $1.81 price per square foot in the Lake Cogardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Cogardens apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate Apartments | Crofton | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Reserve at Eagle Ridge | The Hawk | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Harbor Lake | The Lighthouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Kings Court Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Fox Crest | Fox Crossing | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| NORTH AVE. -1740 | NORTH AVE. -1740 - 09 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 1021 Judge Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 1021 Judge Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| CASA Apartments - Waukegan | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Cogardens Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Cogardens?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Cogardens is CASA Apartments - Waukegan which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Lake Cogardens costs $1,445.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Cogardens?
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 2 regular apartments in Lake Cogardens 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 Lake Cogardens?
Cheap apartments in Lake Cogardens have an average cost of $113 which is $1,332 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lake Cogardens.
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