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How much does it cost to rent a home in Brainard?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brainard 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,013 | $1,300 | $3,500 |
| Brainard 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,725 | $1,300 | $6,500 |
| Brainard 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,197 | $1,650 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Brainard Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brainard, NY is a Studio unit found at Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments priced from $1,082. Primrose Gardens in the Rensselaer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brainard apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments | Large Studio 55 and Older | Studio,1BA | $1,082 |
| Primrose Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Knick | 1 Bedroom L | 1BR,1BA | $1,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brainard, NY and Nearby
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brainard area is the $1.78 price per square foot Apartment Type C1 Model at Industrie Apartments in the in the Arbor Hill neighborhood starting from $2,425. The second greatest value Brainard apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Forge starting at $2,495 with a $1.86 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Brainard apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industrie Apartments | Apartment Type C1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Forge | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| Locust View | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Steuben Place Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Woodhill Apartments | Reinhardt | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments & Townhomes at Rensselaer | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Oakbrook Manor LLC | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| The Kennedy | 404 | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Primrose Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments | Large Studio 55 and Older | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Brainard?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Brainard, NY with pricing that ranges from $990 to $3,585. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brainard ranging from $900 to $14,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brainard?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brainard ranges from $900 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,489.
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