Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Marquette Highlands Neighborhood of Waukegan, IL from $600 (13 Rentals)

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Garden Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Park Apartments

417 Franklin StWaukegan, IL 60085
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Little Fort Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Little Fort Apartments

520 N Genesee StWaukegan, IL 60085
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1740 North Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1740 North Ave

1740 North AveWaukegan, IL 60085
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Pioneer Park
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pioneer Park

750-754 N Pioneer RdWaukegan, IL 60085
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Chapa Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapa Apartments

2101 Lorraine AveWaukegan, IL 60087
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Regency Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Village

3150 W Grandville AveWaukegan, IL 60085
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415 N Sheridan Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

415 N Sheridan Rd

415 N Sheridan RdWaukegan, IL 60085
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2000-2030 N Pine St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2000-2030 N Pine St

2000-2030 N Pine StWaukegan, IL 60087
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Sunset Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Village

2205 N Butrick StWaukegan, IL 60087
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Marquette Highlands, Waukegan, IL Local Guide

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. Brookside Knoll has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Marquette Highlands apartments for rent in Waukegan, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CASA Apartments - WaukeganStudioStudio,1BA$675
Brookside KnollTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$975
Sunset Village1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,000
Cinnamon Lake TowersStudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Kings Court Apartments1 bd1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marquette Highlands, IL

As of March 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marquette Highlands area is the $1.47 price per square foot 1520 Westmoreland Ave Model at 1520 Westmoreland Ave, Unit 2 Bedroom Apartment in the in the North Waukegan neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Marquette Highlands apartment is the Fox Chase Model at Fox Crest starting at $1,485 with a $1.61 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1520 Westmoreland Ave, Unit 2 Bedroom Apartment1520 Westmoreland Ave2BR,1BA$1.47
Fox CrestFox Chase2BR,1.5BA$1.61
Imperial Tower ApartmentsThe Imperial1BR,1BA$1.53
Brookside KnollTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
Kings Court Apartments1 bd1BR,1BA$1.44
Sunset Village1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.25
Heritage Green1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.67
Harbor LakeThe Guppy1BR,1BA$1.65
Briarwood Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.72
CASA Apartments - WaukeganStudioStudio ,1BA$1.35

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Illinois and customized analysis for Central Waukegan, IL. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marquette Highlands Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Marquette Highlands?

The cheapest apartment in Marquette Highlands is CASA Apartments - Waukegan which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Marquette Highlands costs $4,314.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Marquette Highlands?

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 10 regular apartments in Marquette Highlands that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.