Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brainerd Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $800 (11 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 | $1,025 | $1,025 | $1,025 |
Brainerd 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $1,200 | $1,600 |
Brainerd 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,725 | $1,600 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 11 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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9040 S Bishop St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brainerd, IL
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brainerd area is the $1.13 price per square foot 9021 S Justine St Model at 9021 S Justine St, Unit 9021 S. Justine 1S in the in the Beverly neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Brainerd apartment is the 9011 S Laflin St Model at 9011 S Laflin St, Unit 1st Floor starting at $1,600 with a $1.23 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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9021 S Justine St, Unit 9021 S. Justine 1S | 9021 S Justine St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
9011 S Laflin St, Unit 1st Floor | 9011 S Laflin St | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
915 W 95th St, Unit 2e | 915 W 95th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
9040 S Bishop St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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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
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