
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL from $700 (57 Rentals)
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4425 Prairie Ave

4433 Prairie Ave

4517 Park Ave

4601 Vernon Ave, Unit 1

4530 Prairie Ave

4631 Eberly Ave

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2037 S 15th Ave, Unit 1N

3103 S Harlem Ave, Unit 3F

3049 Harlem Ave
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7821 43rd St, Unit 3A

5740 East Ave

1124 Dunlop Ave

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1315 E 31st St, Unit 1

Forest Glen Apartments

Hunter Brook Group

3345 S Harlem Ave

Grand Park Apartments

1106 Alima Terrace

7816 W 26th St
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1921 S 17th Ave

3144-3150 S Harlem Ave

Water Tower

43-63 Forest Ave

2036 S 13th Ave

1143 S Lathrop Ave

1937 S 17th Ave

Broadview Apartments

West Clare Apartments

2110 S 5th Ave
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Broadview Apartments

Wendwood Apartments

Riverwalk Senior Residences

Lyons

3258 Maple Ave

2115 S 4th

2109 S 5th Ave

1929 Grove Ave

3125-3129 S Harlem Ave

1906 Grove Ave
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1004 S Des Plaines Ave

1140-1144 S Dunlop

4127 S Harlem Ave

3148 S Harlem Ave

926 Dunlop Ave

1955 Euclid Ave

104 Lincoln Ave

3045 Harlem Ave

746 Beach Ave

3537 S Harlem Ave
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Brookfield, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brookfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Brookfield Studio Apartments | $2,274 | $2,274 | $2,274 |
| Cheap Brookfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $1,000 | $3,003 |
| Cheap Brookfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,144 | $1,500 | $3,899 |
| Cheap Brookfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,775 | $1,950 | $4,150 |
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Cheapest Available Brookfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookfield, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 2115 S 4th in the Maybrook Square neighborhood priced from $1,205. 3049 Harlem Ave in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2115 S 4th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| 3049 Harlem Ave | Garden East | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Uptown La Grange | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,778 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookfield area is the $1.50 price per square foot 1315 E 31st St Model at 1315 E 31st St, Unit 1 in the in the Old Town Western Springs neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Brookfield apartment is the B3 Model at Forest Glen Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the Old Town Western Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1315 E 31st St, Unit 1 | 1315 E 31st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Uptown La Grange | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 2115 S 4th | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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Brookfield Overview
Located a mere dozen or so miles from downtown Chicago, Brookfield combines the charm and convenience of a slower-paced municipality with all of the opportunities that life in Illinois implies.
Why live in Brookfield, IL?
Lauded for its school system and ideal for those commuting to the Chicago job market, Brookfield apartments are a great way to explore life in Illinois. Flush with a number of cultural hot spots as well as a diverse array of restaurants and nightlife options, this is a 'little big city' with personality to spare.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brookfield Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brookfield Apartment is $1,205 at 2115 S 4th.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brookfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brookfield is starting from $1,650 at Forest Glen Apartments.
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