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North Chicago is a Lake County city about 35 miles north of downtown Chicago, shaped by two powerful anchors that give it a character unlike most suburbs in the metro area. Naval Station Great Lakes, the U.S. Navy's only enlisted boot camp and largest training facility in the country, has defined the city for over a century and earned it the nickname the "Quarterdeck of the Navy." Alongside that military presence, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, which includes the Chicago Medical School, draws researchers, healthcare professionals, and students who contribute to a steady academic and medical community.
The city spans roughly nine square miles and carries a compact feel. Metra rail service connects residents to downtown Chicago without needing a car, making it a practical base for commuters. The rental market leans toward affordable apartment communities, with a range of floor plans. The housing stock tends toward traditional brick construction common throughout the greater Chicago area. The city borders Waukegan to the north and sits close to Lake Bluff and Lake Forest, giving residents easy access to the North Shore's lakefront paths, forest preserves, and retail corridors while maintaining a lower-key, grounded atmosphere of its own.
The average rent in North Chicago, IL is $748 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,664, which means housing in North Chicago, IL is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
You can find flexible rentals in North Chicago, IL by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 33 North Chicago apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
North Chicago, IL has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
Students renting in North Chicago, IL have access to Coll. of Lake Co., Lakeshore, Lake Forest College, Coll. of Lake Co., Grayslake, and Coll. of Lake Co., Southlake.
