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Senior Living Apartments in Waukegan, IL

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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Waukegan, senior citizen apartments in Waukegan might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.

A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Waukegan and consider their options. With 19 senior rentals in Waukegan, IL, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Waukegan 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Waukegan, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Lake Forest, Middlebury and Hubbard Woods.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Skokie, Mundelein and Evanston.

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zipAverageCost: $1,407

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Photo of Lakewood Tower
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From our phone experience with all of the A Place For Mom representatives to the folks at Lakewood Tower everything has gone very smoothly. The appointment for for a look at the apartment to completing the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Lakewood Tower Apartments where you will find a beautiful new apartment home for active adults 62 and better, at an affordable price. We offer senior living at its best; where our residents come first!Beautiful Lake Villa is the perfect location for your new apartment home. We are just...
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22 Floor plans available
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Robin Way has been fantastic! My mom loves it there and they do a good job of taking care of her. She loves the food. It has been a blessing for me to not have to worry about her living alone.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Robin Way is an assisted living community in Kenosha Wisconsin. Our apartments are available for either single or double occupancy. All apartments have private bathrooms that are wheelchair and walker accessible. Apartments include full kitchens, individual climate controls and ample storage...
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Overall I think that Charter Senior Living is a great place and based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
As you or a loved one ages, there are certain daily tasks that may become more challenging. We believe there is a balance to be achieved between a need for support and a desire for independence. This is where an Assisted Living option at Cedarhurst can help.At Cedarhurst, our goal is to surround...
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Beech Pointe Senior Apartments is a tremendous value. They have plenty of activities going on. Everything is good at this facility. It is a very lovely place. I cant think of anything for them to improve on....
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Beech Pointe Senior Apartments provides elegant independent living for active adults 55 and older. Beech Pointe is located on the south side of Kenosha easily accessible to both Wisconsin and Illinois residents. You’ll find your new home nestled in the woods yet close to shopping, banking,...
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I moved in here 4 1/2 years ago at the age of 57 and LOVE IT! Management is phenomenal! They keep the place so beautiful and decorated at most of the holidays. The best part is the people who live here. We...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gurnee Meadows is an apartment complex for active, independent adults age 55 or older. We are conveniently located in the heart of Gurnee. Stroll through our seven acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Choose from five styles of one or two bedroom apartments. Enjoy the exercise rooms,...
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The staff are pretty good. They are a little short in the maintenance department, however they do still get things done in a reasonable amount of time. They do not offer a meal plan for this independent...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lakefront Residences Lakefront Residences is a senior housing community that is located in Grayslake, Lake County, Illinois, about 50 miles north of Chicago. This apartment community is located near many lakes and parks, as well as shopping centers and entertainment. Plus, the beauty of Lake...
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I became familiar with this building when active with the Chamber of Commerce - and was totally impressed with the facility. When looking to move from single family home to "senior living", I searched...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our mission is to serve all the area's seniors in a first class development with the goal of maintaining a dignified quality of life for the residents in their new environment.Thomas Place has been specifically designed for seniors aged 55 and older. The mix of large, one and two bedroom units...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Carmel House ApartmentsCarmel House Apartments is a beautiful senior living community located in Zion, Illinois. It caters for seniors who are 62 years plus. The friendly and serene atmosphere in Zion facilitates the residents to easily maintain a lifestyle that is active, in an environment that...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Liberty Towers in Libertyville, Lake County, IL is set in a picturesque scene away from most of the hustle and bustle of town. It offers a variety of apartments rather than simply a room in a traditional senior apartment and provides you with all the comforts of home in a community setting where...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of senior apartments in Waukegan, IL

The average cost of senior living in Waukegan is $1,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Bluff, IL with an average of $1,122 per month.

Senior apartments costs in Waukegan, IL, vs. nearby cities

Waukegan, IL
$1,407/mo
$1,609/mo
$1,407/mo

Senior apartments costs in Waukegan, IL, vs. state and national averages

Waukegan, IL
$1,407/mo
U.S. national average
$1,331/mo

Senior apartments costs in Waukegan, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,732/mo
Senior Apartments
$1,407/mo

Senior apartments costs in Waukegan, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$3,819/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,330/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,581/mo

Senior living costs in Waukegan vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Waukegan, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaukegan, ILIllinoisU.S.
Senior Apartments$1,407/mo$956/mo$1,331/mo
Assisted Living$5,672/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,732/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$6,986/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Senior Apartments
Waukegan, IL:$1,407/mo
Illinois:$956/mo
U.S.:$1,331/mo
Assisted Living
Waukegan, IL:$5,672/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Waukegan, IL:$5,732/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Waukegan, IL:$6,986/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about senior apartments in Waukegan

Recent reviews for senior apartments in Waukegan

Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

5.0
We think this is a really good community and every time we come to visit things look clean and well taken care of. The outside of the building and everything around it is well maintained. The property manager [name removed] has been so wonderful to work with. She has been very helpful, ...
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Gurnee Meadows

5.0
I’m living here currently and it’s going really, really well. I’m very pleased. When I moved in, my apartment was perfect. I had new carpet and new paint and it was really a pleasure to be able to move in. I was on the waiting list for a few months but they were able to give me exactly what I ...
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Home Harbor Assisted Living in Racine, WI

5.0
My sister absolutely loves living at Home Harbor Assisted Living. After we got her in, everything has been great. She has met a lot of wonderful people. I had trouble getting her in because they were not getting back to me, so finally I just walked in and we had to fill everything out again. The ...
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