3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Brookfield, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Brookfield, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +8% higher than the citywide median of $1,828 and +8% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Brookfield
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Brookfield
Compare Brookfield's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $988 |
| 2 | Pekin | $1,190 |
| 3 | Dixon | $1,210 |
| 4 | Macomb | $1,220 |
| 5 | Charleston | $1,230 |
| 6 | Danville | $1,230 |
| 7 | Quincy | $1,230 |
| 8 | Swansea | $1,243 |
| 9 | Rock Island | $1,290 |
| 10 | Decatur | $1,310 |
| 11 | Savoy | $1,310 |
| 12 | Carbondale | $1,320 |
| 13 | Moline | $1,320 |
| 14 | Peoria | $1,340 |
| 15 | Urbana | $1,355 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $3,390 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $3,390 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $3,390 |
| 4 | Barrington | $3,390 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $3,250 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $3,250 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $3,200 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $3,165 |
| 9 | Naperville | $3,068 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $3,060 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $3,060 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $3,040 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $3,010 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,985 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 3 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Brookfield.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Brookfield |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Grange Park, IL | 1.9 mi | $2,200 | +$230 (+12%) |
| Broadview, IL | 2.3 mi | $1,800 | $-170 (-9%) |
| La Grange, IL | 3.3 mi | $2,210 | +$240 (+12%) |
| Forest Park, IL | 3.5 mi | $2,120 | +$150 (+8%) |
| Berwyn, IL | 3.9 mi | $2,060 | +$90 (+5%) |
| Oak Park, IL | 5.6 mi | $2,607 | +$637 (+32%) |
| Cicero, IL | 6.1 mi | $1,880 | $-90 (-5%) |
| Elmwood Park, IL | 7.2 mi | $2,150 | +$180 (+9%) |
| Willowbrook, IL | 8 mi | $2,710 | +$740 (+38%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 8.1 mi | $2,970 | +$1,000 (+51%) |
| Westmont, IL | 8.9 mi | $2,360 | +$390 (+20%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 9.7 mi | $1,880 | $-90 (-5%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Brookfield — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Brookfield?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Brookfield, Illinois is $1,970 per month. This is +8% higher than the citywide median of $1,828.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Brookfield?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,800 ($6,567/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.88/hour at a full-time job.
Is Brookfield expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Brookfield's 3-bedroom median of $1,970 is +8% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 42th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Brookfield rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Brookfield ranks #54 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Brookfield?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Broadview ($1,800), Cicero ($1,880), Chicago Ridge ($1,880).