Round Lake Beach, IL

142 Apartments for Rent

You might be picturing somewhere warm and watery, like Florida, when you hear the town name "Round Lake Beach." However, despite its title, Round Lake Beach is actually situated in northern Illinois and essentially landlocked except for several lakes on its borders.

Round Lake Beach's motto is "A Community of Great People and Beautiful Places to Enjoy," and it offers just that friendly, Midwestern suburban living with beautiful outdoor scenery. Round Lake draws people because of its convenient location, which is exactly halfway between Milwaukee and Chicago (about 50 miles from each). Its also only 20 minutes away from Lake Michigan and Waukegan Harbor, which makes the town a favorite for both people who love big city life and those who enjoy spending time in nature.

Moving to Round Lake Beach

If you are looking for a pretty Midwestern town to settle down in, Round Lake Beach is a great choice. There is also only a 6 percent vacancy rate, so it can be hard to find exactly the kind of home you're looking for.

If you do happen to stumble upon an apartment, you're lucky. And your luck is about to get better, because you can expect to pay a lot less for a studio than anyone else in the state. If you want a two bedroom, rent is still very affordable, particularly compared to Chicago or Milwaukee.

Neighborhoods

Round Lake Beach has a few distinct neighborhoods, each of which has its own advantage. Before you search for places to rent, learn what sets each area apart.

Round Lake Area Park District: This area is a park district (duh) with lots of outdoor activities and recreational programs and facilities. They include community run/walks, fishing contests, and more. Its really pretty here.

Cranberry Lake Park: This residential area has single-family homes, duplexes, and apartments for rent. You can rent a whole house for a lot less than average, so living here is affordable.

Living in Round Lake Beach

The name of Round Lake Beach might clue you into the fact that this place is about spending time in nature. There are tons of lakes around here, so if you like swimming, boating, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, or just being near water, this is the town for you. The park district promotes wellness and activity. And even though the city is sleepy, there's still stuff to do, including a great selection of restaurants.

One of the best parts about Round Lake Beach is that its situated halfway between two big cities Milwaukee and Chicago. You'll want a car to get around here, though you can hop a bus or take the Metra commuter rail to get to either of the big cities nearby.