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"And each time I roam, Chicago is / Calling me home, Chicago is / Why I just grin just like a clown / It's my kind of town" (- Frank Sinatra, “My Kind of Town”)
North Chicago sounds like it would be the north side of the city of Chicago, but it’s actually a suburb so far north that it’s almost in Wisconsin. North Chicago is in Lake County, and it’s the home of the Great Lakes Naval Training Station. Like other suburbs in the greater Chicagoland area, North Chicago still provides great access to the rest of the huge variety of big-city things the area has to offer. You’ll never have to get bored when you’re only 30 miles away from Chicago, or just as little as a few feet away from gorgeous Lake Michigan. See more
Finding a deal on affordable apartments under $500 in North Chicago is worth the extra effort. Come ready to pounce on the best deals. Call the property management in advance to ask what paperwork they need and come prepared. Bank statements, pay stubs, identification, and letters of recommendation from an employer or landlord are usually standard. It’s better to come to an apartment tour over-prepared and ready to sign.
You probably won’t find affordable apartments under $500 in North Chicago in the heart of the action, but you can still land in a neighborhood you love. Look for locations on the outskirts of your dream location or reconsider how much space you really need. A studio apartment may offer plenty of space in your ideal neighborhood at a cheaper price point.
Some property managers will also know about apartments under $500 in other buildings they manage, or through word-of-mouth from industry contacts. Ask about any leads if you can’t find the space you need. Touring the first floor for affordable apartments that need some updating can also yield a great deal.