
709 Porter St, Waukegan, IL 60085
What This House Offers
Some photos may feature virtual furniture staging, which is intended to help visualize the space and potential designs. The rental home does not come with any... furniture shown in the images and these virtual images do not represent actual furnishings. Residents must furnish their own home.Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; a $11 monthly utility management fee; other mandatory fees, if applicable, for pool maintenance, pet fees/rent, smart home, internet service, and propane refilling; and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99). HOAs may also charge mandatory application and amenity fees, where applicable, which must be paid directly to the HOA. For a comprehensive overview of all potential fees, please see our Rental Fees. Get the home you want and the value you deserve with FirstKey Homes. Use our website to Apply Online, Schedule a Self-Tour, Review Resident Qualifications or Search More Homes; or contact our leasing department for help today. Pets are welcome. Apply soon, homes can go fast!
2 bedroom, 1. 5 bathroom rental home in Waukegan, IL, may be just the home for you. You’ll enjoy the convenience of W/D hookups. The patio/balcony lets you take the comfort of home outside.
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Unit
- $1,800 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1197 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Disposal
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
709 Porter St is a single-family home for rent in Waukegan, IL
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
- Trash Fee$0 / mo
- Utility Management Fee$11 / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
- Application Fee$55
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit$1,800
- Admin Fee$75
Dogs
- Pet Rent$30 / mo
- Pet Fee$300
Cats
- Pet Rent$30 / mo
- Pet Fee$300
Personalized Add-Ons
- Prelease Hold Fee$500
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Waukegan, IL 60085

Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable60 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active71 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Glen Flora Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
North Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Daniel Webster Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Most Blessed Trinity Academy
Grades K-7
Private
Waukegan High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Cristo Rey St. Martin College Prep
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Coll. of Lake Co., Lakeshore
Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)
Lake Forest College
Drive: 18 min (9.8 mi)
Coll. of Lake Co., Grayslake
Drive: 19 min (11.1 mi)
Discover Downtown Waukegan, Waukegan, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 709 Porter St proximity to Grand Plaza East, Grand Plaza West, and Waukegan Plaza. Grand Plaza East is 1.2 miles away, and Grand Plaza West is within a 25 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 709 Porter St has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 7 miles. Transit options include Waukegan Station and North Chicago Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 709 Porter St are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 3.6 miles, including Lyons Woods and Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Airports
Living in Downtown Waukegan provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 46 minutes from 709 Porter St.
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