Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 17, 2026
Average rent in
Waukegan, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 17, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Waukegan rent stands today
Waukegan, IL rent rose 7.1% year over year to a current median of $1,500/month. This reflects a $170 increase per month compared to last year, with a 3.3% rise month over month indicating recent upward momentum.
Compared to national trends
Waukegan is 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value in Illinois. The market includes 51 total rentals, offering a modest selection.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studio rents in Waukegan are around $1,245/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,162/month, and 2-bedrooms at $1,530/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $2,190/month and 4+ bedrooms at $3,775/month, covering a broad span across bedroom sizes.
What you'll pay
Apartments average $1,300/month while houses are higher at $2,175/month. Apartments make up 44.5% of total rentals, houses 43.1%, and condos 12.4%, showing distinct price tiers across property types.
Median rent
Median rent in Waukegan
$1,500/mo
7%vs previous year
The average rent in Waukegan is $1,500 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $400 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Waukegan
51
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Waukegan rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Waukegan, IL
Average rent prices in Waukegan have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Waukegan, IL
Rent prices in Waukegan vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Waukegan is $1,300, whereas a house costs $2,175. 1-bedroom apartments in Waukegan run $1,162 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,500.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,245 |  6% | 42% | |
1 bedroom | $1,162 | 1% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,530 | 1% | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $2,189 | 1% | 27% | |
4 bedroom | $3,775 | 4% | 75% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Lake Cogardens | $1,595 | |
Marquette Highlands | $1,510 | |
Norshore Park | $1,681 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,300 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,900 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $2,175 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,245
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
42%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,162
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,530
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,189
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
27%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,775
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
75%
Marquette Highlands
Average rent
$1,510
Norshore Park
Average rent
$1,681
Lake Cogardens
Average rent
$1,595
Apartments
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$2,175
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Waukegan, IL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Waukegan, IL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Waukegan and Arlington Heights by all bedroom counts and property types.
Waukegan
21%lower than the national median
9%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Waukegan, IL is 27% lower than the median rent in Arlington Heights, IL.
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10%$1,875
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3%Discover rentals in Waukegan, IL
7h ago
100 Drew Ln, Waukegan, IL 60085
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195–$1,525
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
200 Julian St, Waukegan, IL 60085
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukegan
4246 Hickory Hills Dr #2, Waukegan, IL 60087
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
4d ago
116 116 & 124 Drew Lane, Waukegan, IL 60085
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Marquette Highlands townhouse for rent in Waukegan
2309 Western Ave #2311, Waukegan, IL 60087
3 beds
1 bath
$3,150
House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Marquette Highlands townhouse for rent in Waukegan
2313 Western Ave #2313, Waukegan, IL 60087
3 beds
1 bath
$3,150
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Marquette Highlands townhouse for rent in Waukegan
2313 Western Ave #2315, Waukegan, IL 60087
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Marquette Highlands townhouse for rent in Waukegan
2301 Western Ave #2303, Waukegan, IL 60087
3 beds
1 bath
$3,000
House for rent
Available Oct 1
3d ago
Verified
200 Julian St, Waukegan, IL 60085
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,600
Apartment for rent
8h ago
1375 S White Oak Dr, Waukegan, IL 60085
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,731–$3,215
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
500 Lakehurst Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,435–$3,316
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Waukegan
3 beds
1 bath
$2,050
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,986
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 6
3d ago
Verified
200 Julian St, Waukegan, IL 60085
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,600
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,986
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 13
15h ago
1912 10th St, Waukegan, IL 60085
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$875–$1,125
Apartment for rent
15h ago
10 N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,986
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 13
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$1,986
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 6
3d ago
Verified
200 Julian St, Waukegan, IL 60085
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Waukegan, IL
Quick answers to common questions about the Waukegan rental market.
How much is rent in Waukegan?
The average rent in Waukegan is $1,500 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Waukegan?
Average rent prices in Waukegan have increased by 3% over the last month and have increased by 7% since last year.
How does Waukegan rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Waukegan is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Waukegan?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Waukegan are Marquette Highlands ($1,510/mo), Lake Cogardens ($1,595/mo), and Norshore Park ($1,681/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Waukegan?
To comfortably afford rent in Waukegan, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Waukegan?
February offers the lowest rents in Waukegan with an 8% difference from peak December prices. October and November also see less demand, while March and May are the most competitive months for apartment hunting.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).