Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Braeside Neighborhood of Highland Park, IL from $400 (7 Rentals)
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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 | $1,934 | $1,796 | $2,034 | 
| Braeside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,414 | $1,575 | $4,275 | 
| Braeside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,467 | $2,250 | $5,219 | 
| Braeside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,642 | $3,361 | $10,000+ | 
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There are currently 7 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 Studio unit found at Albion Highland Park priced from $1,796. Renaissance Place in Highland Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Braeside apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion Highland Park | S4 - West | Studio,1BA | $1,796 | 
| Renaissance Place in Highland Park | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 | 
| Ravinia Crossing | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 | 
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Braeside, IL
As of October 31, 2025 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 2BR/1.5BA Model at Park Townhomes of Highland Park starting at $2,645 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Briergate Station 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 | 
| Park Townhomes of Highland Park | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.42 | 
| 730 Judson Ave, Unit 05 | 730 Judson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 | 
| Renaissance Place in Highland Park | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 | 
| 894 Green Bay Rd, Unit 896B-17 | 894 Green Bay Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 | 
| 342 Park Ave, Unit A06C | 342 Park Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 | 
| 727 Saint Johns Ave, Unit A06C | 727 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 | 
| 730 Judson Ave, Unit A0 | 730 Judson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 | 
| 372 Hazel Ave, Unit C5 | 372 Hazel Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 | 
| 725 Saint Johns Ave, Unit 21 | 725 Saint Johns Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 | 
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBraeside, Highland Park, IL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Braeside Neighborhood in Highland Park, IL
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Cheap Braeside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Braeside?
The cheapest apartment in Braeside is Renaissance Place in Highland Park which is listed at $1,800, while the average apartment in Braeside costs $3,561.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Braeside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Braeside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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