Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brainerd Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (12 Rentals)
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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 | $1,148 | $995 | $1,300 |
Brainerd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,314 | $1,125 | $1,500 |
Brainerd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brainerd Neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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Cheapest Available Brainerd Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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9000 S Bishop St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
8951 S Ada St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brainerd, IL
As of October 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brainerd area is the $1.33 price per square foot 915 W 95th St Model at 915 W 95th St, Unit 2e in the in the South Chicago neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Brainerd apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment Model at 8951 S Ada St starting at $1,040 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Beverly neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brainerd apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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915 W 95th St, Unit 2e | 915 W 95th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
8951 S Ada St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
9000 S Bishop St | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brainerd Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brainerd Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brainerd Apartment is $1,015 at 9000 S Bishop St.
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