Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL from $1,050 (55 Rentals)

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$1,595

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8808 45th Pl, Unit 1

8808 45th Pl
BrookfieldIL60513
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4505 Maple Ave, Unit 3
$1,750

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Base Rent$1,750

Total Monthly Price$1,750
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

4505 Maple Ave, Unit 3

4505 Maple AveBrookfield, IL 60513
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Brookfield
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookfield

8911-8927 GerritsenBrookfield, IL 60513
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3708 Grand Blvd.
1 Bedroom Apartments

3708 Grand Blvd.

3708 Grand BlvdBrookfield, IL 60513

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72 Kimbark Rd
$1,850 - $2,295

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Base Rent$1,850 - $2,295

Total Monthly Price$1,850 - $2,295
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

72 Kimbark Rd

72 Kimbark RdRiverside, IL 60546
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1921 S 17th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1921 S 17th Ave

1921 S 17th AveBroadview, IL 60155
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3144-3150 S Harlem Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3144-3150 S Harlem Ave

3144-3150 S Harlem 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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43-63 Forest Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

43-63 Forest Ave

43-63 Forest 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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2110 S 5th
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2110 S 5th

2110 S 5th AveMaywood, IL 60153

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Lyons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lyons

3908 Powell AveLyons, IL 60534
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2115 S 4th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2115 S 4th

2115-2126 S 4th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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2109 S 5th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2109 S 5th Ave

2109 S 5th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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1004 S Des Plaines Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1004 S Des Plaines Ave

1004 S Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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1140-1144 S Dunlop
2 Bedroom Apartments

1140-1144 S Dunlop

7625 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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3045 Harlem Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3045 Harlem Ave

3045 Harlem AveBerwyn, IL 60402
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Brookfield, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Brookfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookfield, IL is a Studio unit found at 2110 S 5th in the Maybrook Square neighborhood priced from $1,030. 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2110 S 5thStudio ApartmentStudio, 1BA$1,030
3125-3129 S Harlem Ave1C1BR, 1BA$1,200
2115 S 4th1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR, 1BA$1,205
4438 S. Prescott Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1,495
Forest Glen ApartmentsB32BR, 1BA$1,500
Hunter Brook Group1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,500
Brookfield2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL

As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookfield area is the $0.76 price per square foot 9025 Burlington Ave Model at 9025 Burlington Ave, Unit 2floor in the Old Town Western Springs neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Brookfield apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 4438 S. Prescott Avenue in the West Cook neighborhood starting at $1,495 with a $1.66 price per square foot. 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.
9025 Burlington Ave, Unit 2floor9025 Burlington Ave1BR, 1BA$0.76
4438 S. Prescott Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1.66
34-42 Waiola Apartments2 BED / 1.0 BATH, 900 SQFT2BR, 1BA$2.22
801 S La Grange Rd, Unit 1E801 S La Grange Rd2BR, 1.5BA$2.11
3125-3129 S Harlem Ave1C1BR, 1BA$1.41
Brookfield2BR/1.0BA2BR, 1BA$1.94
Forest Glen ApartmentsB32BR, 1BA$1.83
7215 38th Place7215 38th Place1BR, 1BA$1.63
Hunter Brook Group1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$2.14
2115 S 4th1 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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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 $1,200 at 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave.

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 $1,495 at 4438 S. Prescott Avenue.

What is the most affordable Brookfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Brookfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1 Scotdale Rd. and starts from $2,100.

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