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The average rent in Waukegan, as of June 2026, is up 1.58% compared to last month and up 29.62% year-over-year.
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,300–$1,900
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4 beds
2 baths
$2,275
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Available Jun 12
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5 beds
3 baths
$3,430
$3,190
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Available Jun 16
4d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,695
$2,390
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Available Jun 22
5d+ ago
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3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,270
$2,150
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Available Jun 9
13h ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$4,906
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$715
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4h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,320–$1,550
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9h ago
Townhouse for rent in Waukegan
2103 Georgetown Ln #1, Waukegan, IL 60085
Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$1,300
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Available May 10
In-Unit Laundry
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On-Site Laundry
19h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
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20h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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1d ago
1375 S White Oak Dr, Waukegan, IL 60085
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,666–$2,864
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850–$1,150
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$950–$1,225
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,005–$1,475
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2d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$875–$1,125
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3d ago
500 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,398–$2,518
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3d ago
House for rent in Waukegan
1014 Edwards St #2, Waukegan, IL 60085
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$1,600
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
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4d ago
1039 N Mcaree Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$925
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,410
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
Norshore Park apartment for rent in Waukegan
1926 10th St #101, Waukegan, IL 60085
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$1,125
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,225
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
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5d+ ago
3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
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5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,600
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,295
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
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4 beds
2 baths
$2,600
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5d+ ago
Norshore Park apartment for rent in Waukegan
2121 Pearsall Pkwy #2, Waukegan, IL 60085
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$1,795
$1,700
Price drop
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
338 N Green Bay Rd #1102, Waukegan, IL 60085
On-site laundry | Balcony | On-site management
3 beds
2 baths
$1,800
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Available May 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,250
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5d+ ago
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3 beds
1 bath
$2,200
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
Wi-fi | Free parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
3014 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
1001 Grand Ave #1, Waukegan, IL 60085
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
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Available Feb 6
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
3060 Kathe Ln, Waukegan, IL 60085
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$1,175
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Available Nov 26
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
3060 Kathe Ln, Waukegan, IL 60085
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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Available Nov 26
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Waukegan
25 Keller Ave #N, Waukegan, IL 60085
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
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Waukegan, IL, offers a mix of urban and suburban living that residents appreciate. Many locals enjoy the easy access to Lake Michigan, with its scenic waterfront and recreational activities. The downtown area features diverse dining options and local events, enhancing the community's vibrancy. Schools in the area receive mixed reviews, with some parents expressing concerns over funding and performance. Parking can also be a hassle, particularly during busy weekends, which some residents note as a downside. Overall, people seem to value the city's proximity to larger urban centers while enjoying its own local amenities.
Waukegan's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,100 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,500 monthly. These lakeside community rentals reflect the current pricing across the city's strong inventory of 113 average monthly listings.
February offers the lowest rental prices in Waukegan, with rents running about 8% below December peak pricing. October and November also present favorable conditions with less competition from other renters, while March and May tend to be the most competitive months for apartment hunting.
Waukegan offers pet-friendly options in 32% of rental listings, providing good opportunities for renters with pets. With an average of 113 listings available monthly, this translates to approximately 36 pet-welcoming apartments in the market at any given time.
Utilities are rarely included in Waukegan rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across the market. Most renters should budget separately for electricity, gas, water, and other utility costs when planning their monthly housing expenses in this Lake Michigan community.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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