- 217 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085$715+ /mo1 bed · 1 bath217 Washington StWaukegan, IL 60085
- 1740 North Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085$950+ /mo1 bed · 1 bath1740 North AveWaukegan, IL 60085
- 100 Drew Ln, Waukegan, IL 60085$1,195+ /mo2 beds · 1 bath100 Drew LnWaukegan, IL 60085

- 932 W Rollins ROAD932 E, Round Lake Heights, IL 60073$1,225/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft932 W Rollins ROAD932 ERound Lake Heights, IL 60073

- 2100 Georgetown Ln, Waukegan, IL 60085$1,250/mo1 - 2 beds · 2 units available2100 Georgetown LnWaukegan, IL 60085
- 515-519 S Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090$1,295+ /mo1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 850 - 950 sq ft515-519 S Milwaukee AveWheeling, IL 60090

- 1508 21st St, Zion, IL 60099$1,350/mo2 beds · 1 units available1508 21st StZion, IL 60099

- 2635 & 2713 W Cornelia Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085$1,350/mo2 beds · 1 units available2635 & 2713 W Cornelia AveWaukegan, IL 60085

- 260 E Grand Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020$1,400/mo2 beds · 1 units available260 E Grand AveFox Lake, IL 60020

- Imperial Tower Apartments, Waukegan, IL 60085$1,403+ /mo1 - 2 beds · 3 units availableImperial Tower ApartmentsWaukegan, IL 60085New Today

- 2626 W Cornelia Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085$1,410/mo2 beds · 2 units available2626 W Cornelia AveWaukegan, IL 60085

- 2901 Willow Ln, Zion, IL 60099$1,425/mo2 beds · 1 units available2901 Willow LnZion, IL 60099

- 775 Court Of Spruce, Vernon Hills, IL 60061$1,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath775 Court Of SpruceVernon Hills, IL 60061

- 442 Hickory St, Waukegan, IL 60085$1,500/mo2 beds · 1 units available442 Hickory StWaukegan, IL 60085

- 608 Sheridan Rd, Winthrop Harbor, IL 60096$1,560/mo2 beds · 1 units available608 Sheridan RdWinthrop Harbor, IL 60096

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Frequently asked questions
How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Lake County, IL?
There are 1,050 cheaper apartment units available for rent.
What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Lake County, IL?
Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap and Affordable Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Lake County. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.
How to search for Cheap and Affordable Apartments in Lake County, IL?
When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Lake County. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.
What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?
Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including:
- Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
- Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
- Ask about becoming an onsite property manager
- Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Lake County. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

























