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  • 838 Prescott St

    Waukegan, IL 60085

    Apartment building
    1-3 beds

    Available units

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    Unit 2
    1 bd, 1 ba
    650
    Nov 30
    Fees may apply
    $1,170

    What's special

    Apply now or schedule your self-tour today and take the first step toward getting more than just a place to live. Rent with FirstKey Homes for a home that's right for you, plus professional service and maintenance, innovative resident programs, and more; that's the power of purple! This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental home in Waukegan, IL, might be the perfect fit for your lifestyle. Tiled floors add a crisp, finished look to the room. See the pictures to learn more. And apply soon homes can go fast! This home is available to pre-lease! Reserve it by paying a refundable Hold Fee. (Exceptions apply in Colorado.) Find out more about pre-leasing on the Pre-Leasing page of the FirstKey Homes website. This home is currently occupied and coming soon; please respect the current resident's privacy and do not disturb. This home may conveniently feature high-speed internet service for an additional monthly fee of $55, where available. This service includes installation and equipment; no data caps; no extra fees. Please note that the advertised price may exclude additional fees. These include a $55 application fee per applicant; a one-time $75 admin fee; an $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 the Rental Fees page on the FirstKey Homes website. FirstKey Homes, LLC is an Equal Housing Lessor under the FHA. Applicable local, state and federal laws may apply. Lease terms and conditions apply. This is not an offer to rent; you must submit additional information for review and approval. Listed features may not be accurate; confirm details with a leasing representative. Certain cities and municipalities (including St. Louis and Chicago) require a home inspection prior to a new resident taking possession of the home. Please note that your move-in date could be adjusted to accommodate inspection requirements. Ask your leasing agent for more details. BEWARE OF RENTAL SCAMS: FirstKey Homes exclusively manages our homes (no third-party management). We do not lease homes through Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or other classified advertising services. All applications and lease signing can only be completed through our online platform. We will never ask for wire transfers, cash apps like Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, or any other transferring method to collect funds. 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. Listing photos are provided to help you select a home; all photos shown are for representative and illustrative purposes only but may not be exact. Colors and photo size may vary based on different resolutions, hue, brightness, contrast, or other photo variations. Photos on websites may be modified, changed, or amended at any time. For new construction homes, actual homes may vary; photos may be of similar home/floorplan; home may be under construction and photos may not be of actual home; individual homes, amenities, features, and views may differ.

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    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Garbage disposal

    Neighborhood: South Sheridan

    Areas of interest

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    Getting around

    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Somewhat Walkable
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Some Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Somewhat Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Waukegan

    Carman-Buckner Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 0.5 miles
    3/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    2/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Thomas Jefferson Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.9 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    4/10
    Student Progress Rating
    4/10
    Waukegan High School
    Grades 9-12 • 1.1 miles
    1/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    College Readiness Rating
    1/10

    South Sheridan is a residential area of Waukegan near Lake Michigan, with the lakefront and city parks shaping its outdoor feel and seasonal weather. The Genesee Theatre and Waukegan History Museum offer nearby cultural and historic landmarks, while downtown brings dining, coffee, local shops and evening entertainment. Green spaces and neighborhood sidewalks provide room for outdoor breaks, and the lakefront offers open views and places to stroll. Metra’s Union Pacific North Line serves Waukegan, with local roads and bus routes connecting the area to other parts of the city and nearby communities. For ZIP code 60085, which covers South Sheridan, the median rent is $1,595 per month and the typical range is $715 to $8,079.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is 838 Prescott St located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    838 Prescott St is located at 838 Prescott St in South Sheridan, Waukegan, IL. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as Taqueria Toluca, SUBWAY, and Taqueria Guerrero.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near 838 Prescott St?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to 838 Prescott St include Lake County Health Department Immunizations (0.5 miles away), Fresenius Kidney Care Waukegan Harbor (1 mile away), and Drug Detox Waukegan (1 mile away).

    What schools are assigned to 838 Prescott St?

    The schools assigned to 838 Prescott St include Carman-Buckner Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, and Waukegan High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near 838 Prescott St?

    838 Prescott St is located near 7 grocery stores, including Zapopan Grocers Retail (0.2 miles) and Waukegan Fruit Market (0.7 miles). Additional shopping options, including Dollar General, are approximately 0.7 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near 838 Prescott St?

    838 Prescott St is located within 1 mile of College of Lake County and 1 mile of University Center of Lake County.

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