147 Apartments in Lake Forest

Lake Forest Apartment Renter's Guide

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Population: 19,446
Population Density: 1,130.5 people/sq mile

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If you're craving a life of luxury in Lake Forest, then you’ve found the perfect city guide for all your renting needs. So, read on to learn everything you need to know to rent like a local Lake Forest-er.

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, just 30 miles north of Chicago, this lakeside suburb is home to the high-paid executives and urban sophisticates of the Windy City

If you're craving a life of luxury in Lake Forest, then you’ve found the perfect city guide for all your renting needs. So, read on to learn everything you need to know to rent like a local Lake Forest-er.

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, just 30 miles north of Chicago, this lakeside suburb is home to the high-paid executives and urban sophisticates of the Windy City. Fancy cars, million-dollar homes, and perfectly manicured golf courses give the city a prestigious atmosphere. Historic architecture and protected prairies, woodlands, wetlands, and savanna make for some particularly inspiring views. The vastness of Lake Michigan never fails to impress. And, local neighborhoods are just full of spectacular landscaping. However, if you thought that you might find an apartment here, you’re gonna have a tough time.

Odds are, you’ll just have to settle for a life of elegance in an expansive and elaborate rental home. Most houses for rent come with at least four bedrooms, multiple stories, beautiful acreage, and distinguished architecture. Classic and immaculately-maintained Georgians and Victorians, as well as some beautifully renovated farmhouses, make up the majority of Lake Forest neighborhoods, including the secluded and architecturally significant east Lake Forest neighborhoods along the waterfront. If this is starting to sound expensive, then your intuition for the obvious is correct. Rental rates range from about $1,700 to over $7,000 a month.

So, what types of amenities can you expect in a city full of elegant rental homes? Well, if you've been living in apartments for a while, then you will gain a new appreciation for size, light, architectural design, elaborate landscapes, gardens, private libraries, wine cellars, hot tubs, lakefront, ornate 19th century balconies, and picture-perfect lawns. As a bonus, you can also feel right at home wearing a monocle and top hat.

Many local landlords don't like the idea of dogs shedding, shredding, and running across their polished hardwood floors, especially in the more historic residences. However, you can still find quite a few pet friendly people renting out their houses, many of which feature fenced-in yards with plenty of room to play. So, while it may take a little more legwork, it’s completely possible to find pet friendly rental properties around here.

Those moving to Lake Forest with children in tow will be happy to know that this secluded city is about as safe as it gets. Walk the streets, play in the parks, and don't be scared of the dark, because the closest thing you'll find to a criminal around here is one of those rebellious jaywalkers. Additionally, Lake Forest also has some great education for the kids, with the local high school featuring all sorts of shiny bells and whistles, including an awesome campus with tons of activities and sports.

So, if you're ready for the high life at a high price, then you're ready for Lake Forest. Best of luck on luxury-home hunt!

-By Katy Comal

Lake Forest Crime


Overall Crime

Low
Overall crime in Lake Forest is low in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Low
The level of violent crime in Lake Forest is low compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Below Average
The level of property crime in Lake Forest is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Lake Forest


Elementary Schools

9 /10
Cherokee Elementary School
Public
K-4
Public
K-4
296 Students
3 Reviews
296
Students
3 Reviews
9 /10
Everett Elementary School
Public
K-4
Public
K-4
281 Students
6 Reviews
281
Students
6 Reviews
7 /10
Sheridan Elementary School
Public
K-4
Public
K-4
230 Students
1 Reviews
230
Students
1 Reviews

Middle Schools

9 /10
Deer Path Middle School West
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
459 Students
9 Reviews
459
Students
9 Reviews
6 /10
Deer Path Middle School East
Public
5-6
Public
5-6
423 Students
7 Reviews
423
Students
7 Reviews

High Schools

10 /10
Lake Forest High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
1,611 Students
6 Reviews
1,611
Students
6 Reviews
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How much is rent in Lake Forest?

Apartment Rentals in Lake Forest start at $5,900/month.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Lake Forest?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Lake Forest apartments that allow pets.

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The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Lake Forest.

How can I find off-campus housing in Lake Forest?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Lake Forest. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Moody Bible Institute, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Chicago, City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College, Adler University, and The John Marshall Law School.