1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Brainerd Neighborhood of Chicago, IL (42 Rentals)

9213 S Laflin St

1553 W 94th St

1439 W 93rd St

9453 S Loomis St
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Brainerd, Chicago, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brainerd?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Brainerd 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $995 | $1,300 |
Brainerd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,294 | $1,125 | $1,445 |
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Largest Available Brainerd 1 Bedroom Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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8951 S Ada St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 700 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
Cheapest Available Brainerd 1 Bedroom Apartments
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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8951 S Ada St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | $1,050 |
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Getting Around the Brainerd Neighborhood in Chicago, IL
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
62 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Brainerd Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Brainerd Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Brainerd is $1,136.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Brainerd Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Brainerd is a 700 square feet unit starting from $1,050 at 8951 S Ada St.
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