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Trinity Park (NEW)
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trinity Park (NEW)

11043 Mollerus DrSt. Louis, MO 63138
Senior Living
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Emerald Ridge
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Ridge

615 3rd StEast Alton, IL 62024

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Heatherton Estates
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Heatherton Estates

6203 Kingsfont PlFlorissant, MO 63033
Corporate Housing

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Timber Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Timber Ridge

1342 N Garden DrSt. Louis, MO 63138
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Brighton, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brighton, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Trinity Park (NEW) in the North Riverfront neighborhood priced from $525. Rocwood Apartments in the Wood River neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brighton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Trinity Park (NEW)1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$525
Rocwood Apartments1BR Units1BR,1BA$700
326 E Central St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$700
Crossing at Northpointe Apartments1 BR - 1 BTH1BR,1BA$725
Broadway PlaceTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$752
The Residences at Bella VistaClassic1BR,1BA$775
Whispering Lake Apartments2BR 1BA GARDEN2BR,1BA$808
Bilava Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$825
Brighton Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Kensington Square Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, IL and Nearby

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $0.88 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at River Trace Townhomes in the in the North Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,255. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the B1 Model at Parc at 720 starting at $1,009 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the Edwardsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
River Trace Townhomes3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage3BR,1.5BA$0.88
Parc at 720B12BR,2BA$0.81
Storyboard on LancashireLancashire B12BR,1BA$1.04
Victorian Village2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Surrey Court Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Paddock Village ApartmentsACE2BR,1BA$1.12
Broadway PlaceTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.03
The Residences at Bella VistaClassic1BR,1BA$1.09
Trinity Park (NEW)1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Crossing at Northpointe Apartments1 BR - 1 BTH1BR,1BA$1.08

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brighton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment is $525 at Trinity Park (NEW).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is starting from $625 at Trinity Park (NEW).

What is the most affordable Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Broadway Place and starts from $859.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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