869 N McKinley Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
What This Apartment Offers
Exclusive 2-Bed Apartment in Prime Downtown Lake Forest Location!
Address: 869 North McKinley Road, Lake Forest, IL
Rent: $2,000 per month | Security Deposit:... 1 Month's Rent
A rare opportunity to lease an apartment in one of the North Shore's most upscale and sought-after neighborhoods! This lovely 2-bedroom unit is exceptionally hard to find in the exclusive downtown Lake Forest area, offering unparalleled access to everything this beautiful city has to offer.
Unit & Building Features:
* Rarity Alert: Located in a quiet, friendly, and highly desirable neighborhood steps from Downtown Lake Forest.
* Location, Location, Location: Walkable to the Metra Train Station for an easy commute to Downtown Chicago and other North Shore suburbs.
* The Unit: Charming and cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment on the second floor of a two-flat building.
* Bedrooms: Both bedrooms are spacious, airy, and filled with natural sunlight.
* Kitchen: Very cute kitchen featuring a range stove and beautiful hardwood floors.
* Laundry: Convenient on-site laundry room available
* Parking: Reserved parking is available across the street.
Premier Lake Forest Access:
Enjoy the convenience of living moments away from:
* Upscale Downtown Shopping & Dining
* Lake Forest College (approx. 1 mile)
* Lake Michigan Lakefront Parks and recreational opportunities (approx. 1 mile)
* Excellent Highway Access to local high-tech industries and businesses.
Lease & Financial Details:
* Rent: $2,000 per month
* Security Deposit: Equal to one month's rent.
* Utilities: owner pays utilities, with a $150 per month utility fee covering gas, electric, internet, garbage, water, and sewer.
* Lease Term: 12-month lease standard; a 24-month lease is preferred.
* Non-Smoking Unit.
Pet Policy:
Small pets are welcome! As this is a second-floor unit, it is best suited for a small pet. A separate pet deposit and a monthly pet fee will apply.
Application Requirements:
To ensure a smooth application process, applicants must meet the following criteria:
* Credit Score: 640 or above.
* Income Requirement: Three times the monthly income-to-rent ratio.
* Application: All applicants must fill out the application and consent to a background check.
* Lease: All adults who will reside in the unit must apply and be named on the lease.
Unit 2
- $2,000 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 700 sq. ft.
- Available Nov 15
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Carpet
- Ceiling Fans
- Freezer
- Hardwood Floors
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Kitchen
- Large Bedrooms
- Oven
- Patio
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Smoke Free
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Wi-Fi
Community Features
- Laundry Facilities
- Waterfront
869 N McKinley Rd Unit 2 is an apartment community
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Dogs Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Parking
- Surface Lot$31/mo
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Get In Touch
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable79 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Lake Forest College
Walk: 17 min (0.9 mi)
Coll. of Lake Co., Lakeshore
Drive: 13 min (7.9 mi)
Coll. of Lake Co., Southlake
Drive: 17 min (9 mi)
Discover Southeast Lake County, Lake Forest, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 869 N McKinley Rd Unit 2 proximity to Market Square, Deerpath Plaza, and Lake Forest Plaza. Market Square is 0.4 miles away, and Deerpath Plaza is within an 8 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 869 N McKinley Rd Unit 2 are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.2 miles, including Skokie River Nature Preserve, Derwen Mawr Nature Preserve, and Mellody Farm Nature Preserve.
Airports
Living in Southeast Lake County provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 36 minutes from 869 N McKinley Rd Unit 2. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 37.2 miles away.




