Cheap Homes for Rent in Brookfield, IL from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
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4313 S Harlem Ave

5617 6th Ave
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2127 S 15th Ave

1436 Marengo Ave

4613 Grove Ave

7740 Harvard St

104 Lincoln Ave
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4517 Park Ave

50 Forest Ave, Unit GS

4386 Woodland Ave

3537 S Harlem Ave

1241 N La Grange Rd
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4612 Forest Ave

917 S 8th Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Brookfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,964 | $1,695 | $2,750 |
| Brookfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,881 | $1,995 | $4,195 |
| Brookfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,624 | $2,699 | $4,800 |
| Brookfield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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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 Ave Maywood, IL 60153 in the Maybrook Square neighborhood priced from $1,030. 2115 S 4th Ave 2122 and 2125 S 4th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 in the Maybrook Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2110 S 5th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
| 2115 S 4th Ave 2122 and 2125 S 4th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| HOMESTEAD APARTMENTS | 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,497 |
| Grand Park Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL
As of December 23, 2025 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 in the Old Town Western Springs neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Brookfield apartment is the 8129 Ogden Ave Model at 8129 Ogden Ave, Unit 1F starting at $2,000 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the West Cook 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9025 Burlington Ave, Unit 2floor | 9025 Burlington Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| 8129 Ogden Ave, Unit 1F | 8129 Ogden Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 4605 Maple Ave, Unit #4 | 4605 Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Grand Park Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.92 |
| HOMESTEAD APARTMENTS | 1 X 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Uptown La Grange | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 2110 S 5th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 2130 S 16th Ave, Unit #GS | 2130 S 16th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 2115 S 4th Ave 2122 and 2125 S 4th Ave Maywood, IL 60153 | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $3.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Brookfield?
There are currently 343 Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL with pricing that ranges from $900 to $3,200. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookfield ranging from $1,200 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Brookfield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brookfield ranges from $1,200 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,739.
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