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Wauconda, IL Houses for Rent

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    $2,800 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,328 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    1005 Larkdale Row, Wauconda, IL 60084

    Ready to move into rental. Remodeled from top to bottom in 2024. Owners would like a min. of one year lease. NO PETS ALLOWED. 5 Bedrooms, 2 Full baths, 2 Car garage, Newer Kitchen appliances. After application has been accepted then a credit check and back ground check on everyone over 18 in the household is required through CISI. Call with any questions.

    Nikki Nielsen Keller Williams North Shore West

    1005 Larkdale Row, Wauconda, IL 60084
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    $3,200 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,672 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    2812 Sweet Clover Way, Wauconda, IL 60084

    Lovely home overlooking a nature preserve. 1st floor den. Wonderful kitchen and open familyroom with fireplace and first laundry. 9 Foot ceilings. Spacious bedrooms and lovely mastersuite features vaulted ceilings. Full finished basement with half bath and decorative fireplace. Paver patio. Owner prefers good credit score and secure income 2.5 times the rent. Fremont and Mundelein schools. A

    Arlene Fields Baird & Warner

    2812 Sweet Clover Way, Wauconda, IL 60084

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a single-family home in Wauconda, IL?
The median rent for a single-family home in Wauconda, IL is $2,550 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of May 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Wauconda, IL?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Wauconda, IL, a household needs to earn roughly $77,480 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $1,937 per month in Wauconda, IL, renters typically need to show $5,811 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Wauconda, IL?
In Wauconda, IL, the price-to-rent ratio is 14.8, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends in Wauconda, IL

Rental Home Trends

Number of Houses for Rent
2
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,550
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,500
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,050
Median 5 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,800
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