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The Brixen – Exterior

The Brixen

$2,245/mo

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 baths
  • 1,185–1,208 sq ft
  • 2 units available
  • Pet friendly
2839 N Natoma Ave, Chicago, IL, 60634

As of November 2, 2026, The Brixen in Chicago, IL has 2 apartments for rent at $2,245/mo. The average asking rent has held near $2,245 since August 26, 2026.


Floor plans

The Brixen has 2 units available in 1 floor plan: a two-bedroom layout (1,185–1,208 sq ft). Prices checked November 2, 2026.

Brixen

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,185 – 1,208 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,245/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
303-2833$2,2451,185Nov 1
202-2837$2,2451,208—

See all 7 units listed at The Brixen, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The Brixen, a two-bedroom starts at about $2,581 a month all-in: $2,245 rent and an estimated $336 for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance.

All-in from$2,581/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Brixen takes about $80,820 a year for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,581 all-in month for a two-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $121,900 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,581/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$121,900/yr

Income to qualify

$80,820/yr

Your estimated budget

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Rent history

Over the past 3 months, the average asking rent at The Brixen has ranged from $1,390 to $2,428. The current average is $2,245, back where it started.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (69 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At The Brixen, leases run 12 months.

  • Rent

    $2,245/mo
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Nov 1

Amenities

The Brixen is pet friendly and has garage or covered parking and in-unit washers and dryers. It lists 43 amenities, including patio/balcony*, central heating & air conditioning, and primary bedroom w/ walk-in closet.

  • 24-Hour On-Call Emergency Maintenance

  • 600 Mbps Internet Service Provided By Xfinity*

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  • Amenities

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  • Aro Units

  • Available Off-Street Parking

  • Central Heating & Air Conditioning

  • Contact Us

  • Contact Us Contact Us Faq

  • Faq

  • Floor Plans

  • Front And Rear Entry Doors

  • Garage Parking Available At Our Harlem Avenue Site

  • Granite Countertops

  • High Speed Internet

  • Home

  • Interior Apartment Entry

  • In-Unit Laundry

  • Key Fob Building Entry

  • Kitchen Includes Dishwasher, Microwave, & Garbage Disposal

  • Kitchen Island*

  • Map

  • Online Resident Portal For Payments & Maintenance Requests

  • Open Floor Plans

  • Patio/Balcony*

  • Pet-Friendly

  • Photos

  • Primary Bedroom W/ Walk-In Closet

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  • Private Primary Bathroom W/ Double Vanity

  • Private Walk-Up Buildings

  • Professionally Landscaped Grounds

  • Recycling

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  • Schedule A Tour

  • Smoke-Free

  • Telephone Entry Access*

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  • Virtual Tour

  • Wood Flooring*


Location

2839 N Natoma Ave, Chicago, IL, 60634


Resident reviews

Residents of The Brixen rate location (5.0) and maintenance (4.9) highest and building quality (2.2) lowest.

3.2 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.1
Maintenance4.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces2.2
Building Quality2.2
Location5.0
Overall100 reviews

The Brixen offers spacious, well-maintained units in a clean community with responsive maintenance and generally positive leasing experiences. However, residents report significant concerns about management inconsistency, communication gaps, fee transparency, and building condition issues including noise insulation and hallway maintenance. While many praise individual staff members for their helpfulness during tours and move-in, ongoing residents cite problems with responsiveness, administrative fees, and property upkeep.

Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with significant variation in resident experiences. Leasing office staff receive consistent praise for friendliness and helpfulness during the application process, while property management and ongoing tenant support show mixed results—some residents report quick issue resolution, while others describe delayed responses to maintenance requests, billing inquiries, and lease-related questions. Staff turnover among property managers has been frequent, and phone accessibility to management remains a recurring concern.

Maintenance at this property consistently delivers prompt, professional service with work orders typically completed within one day. Residents report respectful, friendly maintenance staff who handle repairs ranging from plumbing to HVAC with efficiency and attention to detail. The team demonstrates reliability and knowledge in addressing resident requests, with office staff also noted as responsive to maintenance-related concerns.

Residents report significant concerns with common-area maintenance, including filthy carpets, poorly cleaned hallways, and inadequate upkeep of parking lots and exterior spaces. Laundry appliances (washers and dryers) frequently malfunction with slow or unresponsive repair timelines. Management communication is a recurring issue, with residents unable to reach staff regarding maintenance requests and service disruptions. Parking and package security are cited as problematic, with inadequate signage availability and non-functional security cameras.

Residents report significant concerns with building maintenance and noise insulation. Common issues include poor sound isolation between units, inadequate hallway and common area cleaning, and deferred maintenance on building systems and fixtures. While maintenance staff responsiveness is noted positively, overall building condition and upkeep fall short of resident expectations.

The property is located in a quiet neighborhood with a well-designed unit layout. Residents appreciate the peaceful residential setting and the responsive property management support available to tenants.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

The Brixen is walkable and bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Walkable
Grade C+
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Bikeable
Grade C

About this property

Check for available units at The Brixen in Chicago, IL. View floor plans, photos, and community amenities. Make The Brixen your new home.


Nearby schools

The closest school to The Brixen is Little Green Oak, a private preschool 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is Chicago Academy Elementary School, 1.1 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Little Green Oak

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Pegasus Children's Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Oak Park Christian Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

Icci Academy

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.5 mi

Notre Dame High School For Girls

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.0 mi

St Ferdinand Parish School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle1.0 mi

St Patrick High School

Private · High
PrivateHigh1.0 mi

Chicago Academy Elementary School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.1 mi

Chicago Academy High School

Public · High
PublicHigh1.1 mi

Our Saviour Lutheran School

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary1.1 mi

Contact & management

The Brixen is managed by Cushman & Wakefield. The leasing office's phone number is 8722568321.


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