Twin Lakes Apartments and Rentals

The small town of Twin Lakes, Wis., is located directly on the Wisconsin-Illinois border. This charming village is home to approximately 6,000 people. According to City-Data, the town's population increased by almost 17 percent between 2000 and 2010. Twin Lakes' population has boomed in recent years for a reason. Residents here enjoy a unique combination of rural and suburban living, which allows for a close-knit community. According to City-Data, Twin Lakes apartments for rent go for a median rent rate of just $796, making this town an affordable place in which to live.

This quaint town allows residents to live in a country-like setting while still enjoying the amenities of both the Milwaukee and Chicago metropolitan areas. Twin Lakes is located about a 2-hour drive from Chicago and a 1-hour drive from Milwaukee, but most residents commute to the nearby cities of Kenosha, Wis., and McHenry, Ill., for work. Those searching for apartments in Twin Lakes will be delighted to discover this small town on the suburban fringe.

Residents enjoy numerous boating, swimming, fishing and skating activities on Lake Mary and Lake Elizabeth - the sister lakes that give the town its name. The area's rural surroundings provide for unparalleled natural scenery and a high quality of life. The town has long been a vacation destination for Chicago area residents, who choose Twin Lakes and nearby Lake Geneva for the locations of their summer homes and cabins.

Each year, visitors from across the country flock to Twin Lakes to enjoy Country Thunder, a weeklong country music festival. This popular event features big-name artists, a variety of concessions, secondary musical performances, artisan vendors and country fare. Though the party turns rowdy after dark, this family-friendly event is a must for country music lovers of all ages.

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