Emmett Robinson moving Mar 20, 2025

Curious what people think. You can expect to pay around $1,163 for rent here. With a population of 88,919, Waukegan is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $177,600 on average. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. The weather takes some getting used to. Would love some local perspective. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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