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Highlights

  • New cabinets
  • High speed wi-fi
  • High speed wi-fi network
  • Laminated floors
  • Double pane insulated windows
  • New granite countertops

Location

60 N Mcaree Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
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Management

Bella Casa Apartments LLC

Leasing office

(224) 303-0787

Property Overview

McAree Apartments is an attractive option, receiving a top-notch expert rating due to its exceptional value compared to other local properties. Notable features include new cabinets, high-speed Wi-Fi, granite countertops, and double-pane insulated windows. The property is also pet-friendly, with a nearby pet supply store, and is conveniently located just 0.29 miles from a highly-rated high school.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, McAree Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, McAree Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,450 /mo1 unit available***APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE REQUIREMENTS*** Credit Score: 600+ Monthly Income: $4,200+ (gross) Background Check, Employment Verification, Landlord Reference Welcome home to McAree Flats! This newly remodeled building, with brand new modern kitchens, fully remodeled bathrooms, and 21st century conveniences like high speed Wi-Fi. This 2 Bedroom Apartment features new granite countertops, new cabinets, and brand new stainless steel appliances. Brand new double pane insulated windows keep you warm in winter and cool in summer, and compliment the newly laminated floors. Heat, Water, and Hot Water, along with a High Speed Wi-Fi Network in each unit are included in rent. All units includes upgraded large basement room.

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Amenities for McAree Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Trash

Appliances

MicrowaveOven
Refrigerator

Tech

Free WiFiWiFi

Building

Cats OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
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About McAree Apartments

HomeApartments in Waukegan McAree Apartments

***APPLICATION ACCEPTANCE REQUIREMENTS*** Credit Score must be 600+ Monthly Income (GROSS) must be greater than or equal to 3x monthly rent. +Dogs are not allowed at this property Welcome home to McAree Apartments! This newly remodeled building, with brand new modern kitchens, fully remodeled bathrooms, and 21st century conveniences like high speed Wi-Fi.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, McAree Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, McAree Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated McAree Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
McAree Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
McAree Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, McAree Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
McAree Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While McAree Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
McAree Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

McAree Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 McAree Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Waukegan

2-bedroom apartments at McAree Apartments cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Waukegan.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
Waukegan
A table of studio rental data trends in Waukegan
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$900
March 2024$889
April 2024$900
May 2024$885
June 2024$887
July 2024$909
August 2024$893
September 2024$894
October 2024$901
November 2024$903
December 2024$910
January 2025$910
February 2025$874
March 2025$912
April 2025$1,054
May 2025$963
June 2025$1,032
July 2025$911
August 2025$886
September 2025$1,035
October 2025$904
November 2025$904
December 2025$895
January 2026$875

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$58,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $58,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,450.
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Schools near McAree Apartments

Whittier Elementary School

901 n lewis ave

waukegan, IL, 60085

K-5Public
C-

Early Learning Center

1721 n mcaree rd

waukegan, IL, 60085

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Waukegan near 60 N Mcaree Rd

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
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 60 N Mcaree Rd, Waukegan

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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