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838 N Western Ave #2, Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA
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Amenities for 838 N Western Ave #2
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Baseboard |
| Carpet | Hardwood Floor |
| Water |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready | Wired For Internet |
Building
| Controlled Building | Security Cameras |
| Sewage |
Services
| Garbage |
Other
| Designated Space |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
|---|
About 838 N Western Ave #2
Property Id: 3042505 Charming 1BR, 1BA apartment at 838 Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL. Features include hardwood & carpet floors, central AC, secure building with cameras, cable-ready, internet wiring, shared washer/dryer, and designated parking spot in rear of building. Utilities included: garbage, water, sewage. No pets or smoking. Walking distance to train and downtown shopping.
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 838 N Western Ave #2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.8 miles away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.7 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 2.8 miles from public transportation
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Zip code | 60045 |
|---|---|
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lake Forest
1-bedroom apartments at 838 N Western Ave #2 cost about 41% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Lake Forest.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Lake Forest
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $1,423 |
| February 2026 | $2,063 |
| March 2026 | $2,883 |
| April 2026 | $1,800 |
| May 2026 | $1,800 |
| September 2026 | $3,513 |
| October 2026 | $3,161 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 838 N Western Ave #2
Sheridan Elementary School
1360 n sheridan rd
lake forest, IL, 60045
PK, K-4Public
A
Child Development Center 2700
2700 cavin dr building 2700
great lakes, IL, 60088
PKPublic
Rondout Elementary School
28593 n bradley rd
lake forest, IL, 60045
K-8Public
A
Bannockburn School
2165 telegraph rd
bannockburn, IL, 60015
K-8Public
A+
Green Bay Early Childhood Center
2100 green bay rd
north chicago, IL, 60064
PKPublic
Getting around Lake Forest near 838 N Western Ave #2
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 838 N Western Ave #2, Lake Forest
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
8/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within a short drive
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