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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Brookfield, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brookfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brookfield, WI is a Studio unit found at Waterfair Apartments in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood priced from $990. FIFTY101 Apartments in the Park Knoll neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brookfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waterfair ApartmentsA6Studio,1BA$990
FIFTY101 Apartments5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio1BR,1BA$1,000
Autumn GlenLaurel1BR,1BA$1,030
1611 S 115th CourtUpper Unit2BR,1BA$1,100
Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+Two Bedroom - 50%2BR,1BA$1,136

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, WI

As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brookfield area is the $1.46 price per square foot Two Bedroom One Bath - Upper Model at Fox River Preserve II in the in the Spring Hills neighborhood starting from $1,999. The second greatest value Brookfield apartment is the 1933 S 124th St Model at 1933 S 124th St, Unit 1933 starting at $1,799 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the West View 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.
Fox River Preserve IITwo Bedroom One Bath - Upper2BR,1BA$1.46
1933 S 124th St, Unit 19331933 S 124th St2BR,1BA$1.58
Deer Creek Run Apartments1 Bed 1.5 Bath + Den Upper1BR,1.5BA$1.50
The Meadows ApartmentsCypress Courtside2BR,2BA$1.49
CarriagewayD2BR,1.5BA$1.58
Willow CreekAcacia2BR,2BA$1.55
1611 S 115th CourtUpper Unit2BR,1BA$1.29
10523 W Hampton Ave, Unit 210523 W Hampton Ave2BR,1BA$1.41
Autumn GlenLaurel1BR,1BA$1.32
FIFTY101 Apartments5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio1BR,1BA$1.56

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Brookfield?

There are currently 233 Apartments for Rent in Brookfield, WI with pricing that ranges from $951 to $11,884. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brookfield ranging from $1,099 to $5,500.

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 $1,099 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,121.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Brookfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brookfield range from $1,307 to $7,895, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,298 to $3,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

Expert Rental Resources

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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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The Top Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing for Milwaukee-Area College Students

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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, many of the Milwaukee neighborhoods profiled here have been home to friends and family.

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Having grown up in Milwaukee and lived in Waukesha for several years, I have come to realize that the Milwaukee metro area offers diverse employment and housing opportunities.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.