
Cheap Homes for Rent in Brookfield, IL from $1,000 (19 Rentals)
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2104-2108 S 17th Ave, Unit 2108-GE

3103 S Harlem Ave, Unit 3F

3258 Maple Ave

1906 Grove Ave

7821 43rd St, Unit 3A
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3148 S Harlem Ave

104 Lincoln Ave

1955 Euclid Ave

86 Lincoln Ave

1437 Homestead Rd, Unit 1437 Homestead Rd #8

1227 S Harlem Ave
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3515 S Harlem Ave, Unit 6B

255 E Burlington St

317 Calendar Ave

1030 Dunlop Ave

1030 Dunlop Ave

4433 Prairie Ave
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4516 Park Ave, Unit 1S
Brookfield, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Brookfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,094 | $1,650 | $3,600 |
| Brookfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,364 | $2,100 | $4,500 |
| Brookfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,785 | $2,750 | $6,000 |
| Brookfield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Brookfield 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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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 2115-2126 S 4th Ave 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2115-2126 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| 3049 Harlem Ave | Garden East | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| HOMESTEAD APARTMENTS | 1 X 1 GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1,641 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookfield area is the $1.36 price per square foot 740 N La Grange Rd Model at 740 N La Grange Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Hinsdale neighborhood starting from $2,998. The second greatest value Brookfield apartment is the 1315 E 31st St Model at 1315 E 31st St, Unit 1 starting at $1,450 with a $1.45 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 740 N La Grange Rd, Unit 2 | 740 N La Grange Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 1315 E 31st St, Unit 1 | 1315 E 31st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Forest Glen Apartments | B3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| HOMESTEAD APARTMENTS | 1 X 1 GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Uptown La Grange | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Hunter Brook Group | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 2115-2126 S 4th Ave | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Brookfield?
There are currently 334 Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $12,042. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookfield ranging from $1,050 to $6,000.
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 $1,050 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,653.
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