Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL from $700 (19 Rentals)

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1921 S 17th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1921 S 17th Ave

1921 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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43-63 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

43-63 Forest Ave

43-63 Forest AveRiverside, IL 60546
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Water Tower
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Water Tower

24-38 East AveRiverside, IL 60546
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3144-3150 S Harlem Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3144-3150 S Harlem Ave

3144-3150 S Harlem AveRiverside, IL 60546
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2036 S 13th Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2036 S 13th Ave

2036 S 13th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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1143 S Lathrop Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1143 S Lathrop Ave

1143 S Lathrop AveForest Park, IL 60130
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1937 S 17th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1937 S 17th Ave

1937 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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Broadview Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Broadview Apartments

2112 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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West Clare Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

West Clare Apartments

8155-8159 Ogden AveLyons, IL 60534
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Lyons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lyons

3908 Powell AveLyons, IL 60534
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3125-3129 S Harlem Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3125-3129 S Harlem Ave

3125-3129 S Harlem AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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2115 S 4th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2115 S 4th Ave

2115-2126 S 4th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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Brookfield, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Brookfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookfield, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Glen Apartments in the Old Town Western Springs neighborhood priced from $1,150. 2115 S 4th Ave in the Maybrook Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,205. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forest Glen ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,150
2115 S 4th Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1,205
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL and Nearby

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brookfield area is the $1.69 price per square foot 3014 Harlem Ave Model at 3014 Harlem Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Brookfield apartment is the 240 Sawyer Ave Model at 240 Sawyer Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,395 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Downtown La Grange neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brookfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3014 Harlem Ave, Unit 23014 Harlem Ave2BR,1BA$1.69
240 Sawyer Ave, Unit 2240 Sawyer Ave2BR,1BA$2.00
Hunter Brook Group2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.45
1225 N La Grange Rd, Unit 1F1225 N La Grange Rd2BR,1BA$1.89
HOMESTEAD APARTMENTS1 X DEN1BR,1BA$1.77
Forest Glen ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.92
2115 S 4th Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$2.06

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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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Getting Around Brookfield, IL

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,150 at Forest Glen Apartments.

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 $1,400 at Forest Glen Apartments.

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