Lake Villa, IL 138 Apartments for Rent

Lake Villa, Illinois is the old guy on the block. The land was originally settled way back in the early 1800s as a resort town.

At a hair less than seven square miles, Lake Villa is a smallish village in Lake County, Illinois. To put the size of this place in perspective, consider this statistic: Lake Villa is the 241st largest place to live in the entire state. The village provides a home to about 8741 people.

Relocating to Lake Villa, Illinois

What do you need the most for a move to Lake Villa? That's easy. You need a bit of cash. This is one of the more expensive places to live in Illinois. If you are bringing home enough bacon, gather your references and proof of income before you head out to search for apartments. And check your credit report too. Lake Villa has some prime real estate. If you want a landlord to turn over the keys without reservations, you'll need your credit report to look as squeaky clean as possible. If your credit report is blemished or downright dirty, there's only one thing to do. Hit up a loved one to co-sign for you.

Be sure to consider your pet status when looking for an apt for rent in Lake Villa. Your furry friend may be your baby, but that doesn't mean every potential landlord will fall in love. Look for rental apartments advertised as pet friendly and be prepared to pay a pet deposit. Rover could damage your new digs, and even pet-loving landlords may want a little insurance, just in case.

Neighborhoods in Lake Villa

Rentals in Lake Villa aren't the cheapest around. At least they are not the cheapest in the state. Buck up, though. What's expensive in Illinois is often bargain basement for some of the larger cities in the United States. Keep in mind that you will want a car. The Walk Scores in these neighborhoods are just not that high.

Village Center: Yes, it's called the Village Center, but that doesn't mean it's citified. This neighborhood has a decidedly suburban feel. You'll find a lot of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments for rent, as well as apartment complexes and at least a few high-rises. Blackthorne Grill is a local favorite dining destination.

Venetian Village: This neighborhood is also suburbia, with larger homes for rent and a variety of furnished apartments and other rental options. Sit down when you start your search here, though, as rents in this part of town are almost double those in Village Center.

Life in Lake Villa

Folks in Lake Villa do a lot of driving and make gas station owners very happy. You will need to drive most places, as public transportation isn't the greatest. The good news is you will have many places to go, as Lake Villa and the surrounding communities offer a bevy of art galleries, museums, theaters, and shopping venues. There are enough restaurants to keep your belly full all the time, with favorites like Sullivan's Steakhouse and Dover Straits leading the pack. If you can't get enough of the great outdoors, you'll have ample opportunities to hike, run, bike, swim, fish, and sail.