Average Rent in Waukegan, IL
9 apartment buildings, 90 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$900/mo
BLI Properties
Properties
9
tracked daily
Units
90
available now
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 9 properties in Waukegan, IL.
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Waukegan, IL Rent Prices
All 9 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
BLI Properties
401 S Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
Harbor Lake Apartments
1610 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087, USA
Imperial Tower Apartments
805 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
Fox Crest Apartments
2805 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
Northgate Apartments
2330 Samson Way, Waukegan, IL 60087, USA
The Lakes at Fountain Square Apartment Homes
500 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
Centennial Apartments
4337 Centennial Ct, Gurnee, IL 60031, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLI Properties 401 S Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA | $900 | $1,240 | -- | 3.3 (29) | 7 |
| 2 | Harbor Lake Apartments 1610 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087, USA | $1,040 | $1,307 | $1.70 | 3.5 (203) | 5 |
| 3 | Imperial Tower Apartments 805 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA | $1,153 | $1,381 | $2.04 | 3.9 (129) | 3 |
| 4 | Fox Crest Apartments 2805 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA | $1,190 | $1,440 | $1.66 | 3.9 (141) | 4 |
| 5 | Northgate Apartments 2330 Samson Way, Waukegan, IL 60087, USA | $1,425 | $1,793 | $1.84 | 4.2 (272) | 16 |
| 6 | The Lakes at Fountain Square Apartment Homes 500 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA | $1,452 | $1,665 | $2.02 | 4.1 (286) | 18 |
| 7 | Centennial Apartments 4337 Centennial Ct, Gurnee, IL 60031, USA | $1,495 | $1,495 | $1.66 | 4 (7) | 1 |
Rent & Price History by Building
BLI Properties
3.3 (29)401 S Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
Harbor Lake Apartments
3.5 (203)1610 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087, USA
Imperial Tower Apartments
3.9 (129)805 Baldwin Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
Fox Crest Apartments
3.9 (141)2805 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
Northgate Apartments
4.2 (272)2330 Samson Way, Waukegan, IL 60087, USA
The Lakes at Fountain Square Apartment Homes
4.1 (286)500 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
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Waukegan, IL neighborhoods
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Waukegan, IL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Waukegan, IL is $1,764 per month, based on 90 units across 9 apartment communities. Prices range from $900 at BLI Properties to $2,440 at The Preserve at Osprey Lake Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,374/mo | $1,040/mo | 6 |
| 1 Bed | $1,618/mo | $900/mo | 25 |
| 2 Bed | $1,880/mo | $1,150/mo | 57 |
| 3 Bed | $1,445/mo | $1,295/mo | 2 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Waukegan, IL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$71,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,764/mo.
Comfortable income
$85,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($900/mo), you need to earn at least $36,000/year.
Cost of living in Waukegan, IL
We only have live rent data for Waukegan, IL so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,764 |
| Estimated total | $1,764/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Illinois
How Waukegan, IL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Waukegan, IL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $2,962 | +68% | +10.8% | 36 |
| Aurora, IL | $2,223 | +26% | -1% | 15 |
| Schaumburg, IL | $2,048 | +16% | -3.9% | 13 |
| Evanston, IL | $2,697 | +53% | -4% | 11 |
| Rockford, IL | $1,291 | -27% | +2% | 11 |
| Springfield, IL | $1,272 | -28% | -1.5% | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Waukegan, IL?
The average rent in Waukegan, IL is $1,764 per month, based on 90 units across 9 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Waukegan, IL?
The median asking rent in Waukegan, IL is $1,782 per month, computed from 90 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,764/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Waukegan, IL?
The lowest available rent in Waukegan, IL starts at $900 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Waukegan, IL?
1-bedroom apartments in Waukegan, IL average $1,618/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $900/mo across 25 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Waukegan, IL?
2-bedroom apartments in Waukegan, IL average $1,880/mo. Units start from $1,150/mo across 57 units currently listed.
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