
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Braeside Neighborhood of Highland Park, IL from $400 (38 Rentals)
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432 Elm Pl, Unit 702

696 Elm Pl, Unit 207

447 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 730-08

730 Judson Ave, Unit 80

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730 Judson Ave

485 Roger Williams Ave, Unit 725-06

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 60

725 St Johns Ave, Unit 6
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725 St Johns Ave, Unit 31

1660 Green Bay Road

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Springs at Lake Cook Crossing

369 Hazel Ave, Unit C5

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385 Hazel Ave

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338 Tudor Ct
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366 Park Ave, Unit 20

918 Green Bay, Unit C4

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369 Hazel Ave, Unit C3, Unit C3

369 Hazel Ave, Unit B4

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 2

916 Green Bay Rd, Unit 918-2L

918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 2L

366 Park Ave, Unit 70

343 Park Ave, Unit 7
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918 Green Bay Rd, Unit 2E

366 Park Ave, Unit 30

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385 Park Ave, Unit J02P, Unit J02P

343 Park Ave, Unit 3

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349 Park Ave, Unit Apt. 07, Unit Apt. 07

918 Green Bay, Unit L2

Crestwood Place

916-920 Green Bay Rd

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918 Green Bay Rd

1337 1st St
Braeside, Highland Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Braeside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braeside Studio Apartments | $1,868 | $1,547 | $2,331 |
| Braeside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $1,600 | $3,102 |
| Braeside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,539 | $2,000 | $5,700 |
| Braeside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,551 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Braeside Neighborhood of Highland Park, IL.
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Cheapest Available Braeside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Braeside area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Ravinia Crossing priced from $1,950. Elaine Luxury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,960. Here are the most affordable Braeside apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravinia Crossing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Elaine Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,960 |
| Springs at Lake Cook Crossing | Studio Premier Summit | Studio,1BA | $2,011 |
| TGM NorthShore | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,029 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Braeside, IL
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Braeside area is the $2.90 price per square foot 2 bed Model at Ravinia Crossing in the in the Briergate Station neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Braeside apartment is the 383 Park Ave Model at 383 Park Ave, Unit M02H starting at $2,595 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Braeside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Braeside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravinia Crossing | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 383 Park Ave, Unit M02H | 383 Park Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Elaine Luxury Apartments | A6 | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Springs at Lake Cook Crossing | 1 BR Vue Courtyard w/ Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.82 |
| 385 Park Ave, Unit J02P | 385 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 730 Judson Ave | 730 Judson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| 338 Tudor Ct | 338 Tudor Ct | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 729 Saint Johns Ave, Unit Apt. 12 | 729 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 349 Park Ave, Unit Apt. 07 | 349 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Braeside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Braeside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Braeside is at Springs at Lake Cook Crossing listed at $2,011.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Braeside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Braeside Apartment is $1,950 at Ravinia Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Braeside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Braeside is starting from $2,716 at Albion Highland Park.
What is the most affordable Braeside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Braeside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springs at Lake Cook Crossing and starts from $3,453.
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