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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness center
  • Playground
  • Clubhouse
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Free weights

Location

1147 Briarbrook Dr, Wheaton, IL 60189, USA
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Management

BH

Leasing office

(630) 547-3845

Open today 

10:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Briarbrook is rated highly overall, with strong marks for value, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, suggesting a well-rounded option for renters. It also stands out for its extensive amenities and nearby conveniences, including a swimming pool, fitness center, playground, clubhouse, stainless steel appliances, and free weights, along with 18 photos and top-tier value per square foot. Its nearby pet services and outdoor spaces further add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Briarbrook is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Briarbrook has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Dishwasher
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Chestnut1 bed1 bath727 sqft$1,672–$1,762 /mo6 units available
Walnut1 bed1 bath766 sqft$1,789–$1,849 /mo3 units available
Hickory2 bed2 bath1,016 sqft$2,023–$2,052 /mo2 units available
Sycamore2 bed2 bath1,066 sqft$2,025–$2,070 /mo4 units available

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Amenities for Briarbrook

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningFireplace
Select Fixture & Finish Upgrades

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stacked Washer & Dryer IncludedWasher and Dryer

Tech

Wi-Fi in Common Areas

Building

Cats OKClubhouse
Dogs OKFitness Center
Residents LoungeRoof Deck

Grounds

Dog ParkOutdoor Fireplace
Outdoor SpacePlayground
Pond ViewStorage
Storage UnitsSwimming Pool

Services

2nd FloorOn Call Emergency Maintenance
On-Site ManagementPackage Service
Property Manager Onsite
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant.

$70

REQUIRED FEES

Admin Fee

One-time.

$300

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit2
Breed restrictionsYes

Breed Restrictions Apply

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit2

Cat

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 cats max. Pet DNA Program - $50 registration fee for dogs. Large Dogs Welcome.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

Dog

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Pet DNA Program - $50 registration fee for dogs. Large Dogs Welcome.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$300

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Building details

Property details

Year built1972
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About Briarbrook

HomeApartments in Wheaton Briarbrook

There's no place like Briarbrook Apartments in Wheaton, IL. These thoughtfully designed apartment homes feature stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and the convenience of in-home washers and dryers. Enjoy your own private patio, along with modern touches like dishwashers. Outside your home, you'll find community amenities like a clubhouse, swimming pool, a fitness center with free weights, and a relaxing sundeck. With two pet parks, beautiful waterscapes, a playground, and 24-hour emergency maintenance, Briarbrook Apartments offers comfort, convenience, and peace of mind right in the Chicago Metropolitan Area.


Year Built: 1972

Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Briarbrook is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Briarbrook has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Briarbrook
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Briarbrook stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Briarbrook stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Briarbrook is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Briarbrook does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Briarbrook is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Briarbrook compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 136 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

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Rent trends in Wheaton

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% lower than 1-bedrooms in Wheaton.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Briarbrook to be 14% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Wheaton.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Wheaton
A table of studio rental data trends in Wheaton
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,295
January 2025$850
February 2025$850
January 2026$1,300
February 2026$1,300
March 2026$1,300
April 2026$1,300
May 2026$1,300
June 2026$1,300
July 2026$1,300
August 2026$1,280

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$69,220/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,220 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,730.
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Schools near Briarbrook

Wiesbrook Elementary School

2160 durfee rd

wheaton, IL, 60189

K-5Public
A-

Jefferson Early Childhood Center

130 n hazelton ave

wheaton, IL, 60187

PKPublic

Lisle Elementary School

5801 westview ln

lisle, IL, 60532

PK, K-5Public
A-

Early Learning Center Winfield Primary Annex

0s150 winfield rd

winfield, IL, 60190

PKPublic

John Schroder Early Childhood Ctr

1519 s grace st

lombard, IL, 60148

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Wheaton near 1147 Briarbrook Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1147 Briarbrook Dr, Wheaton

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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