
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marquette Highlands Neighborhood of Waukegan, IL from $600 (37 Rentals)
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Cinnamon Lake Towers

Harbor Lake

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Briarwood Apartments

129 Franklin St

Heritage Green

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1520 Westmoreland Ave, Unit 2 Bedroom Apartment

Reserve at Eagle Ridge

Northgate Apartments

Fox Crest

338 N Green Bay Rd, Unit 1102

338 N Green Bay Rd, Unit 1102

514-522 Douglas Ave

1630 W Greenwood Ave

814 W Keith Ave, Unit 1
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500 W Pacific Ave, Unit 504 W Pacific Ave

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1740 North Ave

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Lakeside Tower Apartments

Pioneer Park

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2850 W Grandville Ave

Regency Village
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2000-2030 N Pine St

415 N Sheridan Rd

Sunset Village

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1001 W Grand Ave

1001 Grand Ave

Linden Flats Apartments

636 N Berwick Blvd
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3130 Sheeler Ave
Marquette Highlands, Waukegan, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marquette Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marquette Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,086 | $675 | $1,310 |
| Marquette Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $775 | $1,659 |
| Marquette Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $950 | $3,039 |
| Marquette Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,988 | $1,050 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Marquette Highlands Neighborhood of Waukegan, IL.
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Cheapest Available Marquette Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Marquette Highlands 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 Marquette Highlands 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 |
| Harbor Lake | The Minnow | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| Sunset Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Imperial Tower Apartments | The Michigan | Studio,1BA | $1,157 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Kings Court Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Fox Crest | Fox Den | 2BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Reserve at Eagle Ridge | The Thunderbird | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marquette Highlands, IL
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marquette Highlands area is the $1.75 price per square foot Crofton Model at Northgate Apartments in the in the North Waukegan neighborhood starting from $1,715. The second greatest value Marquette Highlands apartment is the 1520 Westmoreland Ave Model at 1520 Westmoreland Ave, Unit 2 Bedroom Apartment starting at $1,400 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the North Waukegan neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marquette Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate Apartments | Crofton | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 1520 Westmoreland Ave, Unit 2 Bedroom Apartment | 1520 Westmoreland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Reserve at Eagle Ridge | The Thunderbird | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Fox Crest | Fox Den | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Sunset Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Kings Court Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Heritage Green | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Briarwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| CASA Apartments - Waukegan | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| Harbor Lake | The Minnow | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marquette Highlands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marquette Highlands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marquette Highlands is at CASA Apartments - Waukegan listed at $675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marquette Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marquette Highlands Apartment is $775 at CASA Apartments - Waukegan.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marquette Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marquette Highlands is starting from $950 at CASA Apartments - Waukegan.
What is the most affordable Marquette Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Marquette Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at CASA Apartments - Waukegan and starts from $1,050.
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