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Highlights
- Elevator access
- Laundry facility on site
- Cozy 1 bedroom unit
Location
520 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085, USA
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Property Overview
LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC receives an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.6, highlighting its strong appeal as a rental option. The property excels in price, amenities, and location, with ratings of 10, 9, and 9 respectively, emphasizing its competitive pricing and high-quality features. Additionally, its trustworthiness rating of 8 reflects transparency in its descriptions, and the proximity to a top-rated elementary school along with a rich collection of photos further enhances its desirability.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Images Available
Floor plans
| LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC - 319 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $850 /mo | 1 bedroom unit in a peaceful apartment complex. Apartment is located on the 3rd floor. Laundry facility on site & elevator access. Tenants are responsible for paying electric only. | |||
| LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC - 304 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,050 /mo | Cozy 1 bedroom unit in a peaceful apartment complex. Apartment is located on the 3rd floor. Laundry facility on site & elevator access. |
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About LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC
Cozy 1 bedroom unit in a peaceful apartment complex. Apartment is located on the 3rd floor. Laundry facility on site & elevator access.
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.
8.6
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Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC 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.
LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC 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.
LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC 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 LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
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 LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
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Rent trends in Waukegan
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 20% lower than 1-bedrooms in Waukegan.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Waukegan
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $900 |
| 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 | $867 |
| February 2026 | $875 |
| March 2026 | $926 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near LITTLE FORT APARTMENTS LLC
North Elementary School
410 franklin st
waukegan, IL, 60085
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
Child Development Center 2700
2700 cavin dr building 2700
great lakes, IL, 60088
PKPublic
Lakeview School
2200 bethesda blvd
zion, IL, 60099
PK, K-2Public
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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 520 N Genesee St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 520 N Genesee St, Waukegan
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
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
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-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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North Avenue Tap
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Green Town Tavern
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Tute's Bakery
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