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- Private patio/balcony
- Features
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12865 W Highland Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087, USA
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Amenities for 12865 W Highland Ave
Features
| Balcony |
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal |
Community
| Basement | Laundry Hookups |
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Swimming Pool |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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About 12865 W Highland Ave
Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a home that's right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more; that's the power of purple! This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental home in Waukegan, IL, might be the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Enjoy outdoor living on the private patio/balcony. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon – homes can go fast! This home is available to pre-lease! Reserve it by paying a refundable Hold Fee. (Exceptions apply in Colorado.) Find out more about pre-leasing on the Pre-Leasing page of the FirstKey Homes website. This home is currently occupied and coming soon; please respect the current resident's privacy and do not disturb. Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see the Rental Fees page on the FirstKey Homes website. FirstKey Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local, state and federal laws may apply. Lease terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent; you must submit additional information for review and approval. Listed features may not be accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative. Certain cities and municipalities (including St. Louis and Chicago) require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details. BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through, Facebook Marketplace, or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease signing can only be completed through our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds. Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any furniture shown in the images and these virtual images do not represent actual furnishings. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary; photos may be of similar home/floorplan; home may be under construction and photos may not be of actual home; individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 12865 W Highland Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1.8 miles away
- Balcony
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
- Pool
- Enhanced community features
Considerations
- Distance from transit
- More than 1.7 miles from public transportation
- Priced higher than average
- 2-bedrooms are $370 more than the median rent in this area
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1.8 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 60087 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Waukegan
2-bedroom apartments at 12865 W Highland Ave cost about 17% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Waukegan.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Waukegan
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,352 |
| December 2024 | $1,395 |
| January 2025 | $1,395 |
| February 2025 | $1,409 |
| March 2025 | $1,430 |
| April 2025 | $1,428 |
| May 2025 | $1,475 |
| June 2025 | $1,491 |
| July 2025 | $1,496 |
| August 2025 | $1,530 |
| September 2025 | $1,500 |
| October 2025 | $1,500 |
| November 2025 | $1,500 |
| December 2025 | $1,525 |
| January 2026 | $1,507 |
| February 2026 | $1,520 |
| March 2026 | $1,523 |
| April 2026 | $1,551 |
| May 2026 | $1,512 |
| June 2026 | $1,528 |
| July 2026 | $1,545 |
| August 2026 | $1,588 |
| September 2026 | $1,562 |
| October 2026 | $1,521 |
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Can I afford to live at 12865 W Highland Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$70,240/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,240 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,756.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| This month | $1,745 |
Schools near 12865 W Highland Ave
Oakdale Elementary School
2230 n mcaree rd
waukegan, IL, 60087
PK, K-5Public
C-
Early Learning Center
1721 n mcaree rd
waukegan, IL, 60085
PKPublic
Green Bay Early Childhood Center
2100 green bay rd
north chicago, IL, 60064
PKPublic
Champions at Woodland Primary
17368 west gages lake rd
gages lake, IL, 60030
PKPublic
Lakeview School
2200 bethesda blvd
zion, IL, 60099
PK, K-2Public
Getting around Waukegan near 12865 W Highland Ave
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 12865 W Highland Ave, Waukegan
Groceries
6/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive
Shopping
4/10
Variety of shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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