
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brooklyn, NY from $500 (338 Rentals)
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173 Bleecker St

661 Brooklyn Ave

195 Menahan St

451 Franklin Ave

595 Kosciuszko St

448 Empire Blvd

102 Rogers Ave

1131 President St

951 Madison St
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100 Rogers Ave

705 St Marks Ave

404 5th St

864 Nostrand Ave

591 Franklin Ave

1088 Bedford Ave, Unit 5

235 Himrod St

Private bedroom in 6 bed/2 bath Home

907 Jefferson Ave

256 Melrose St

Private bedroom in 6 bed/2 bath Home

778 Lincoln Pl

987 Willoughby Ave

892 Myrtle Ave

291 Fenimore St

Private bedroom in 6 bed/2 bath Home

1088 Bedford Ave

253 DeKalb Ave

287 Vanderbilt Ave

358 Irving Ave

2190 Fulton St

425 Wythe Ave

330 Starr St

251 DeKalb Ave

361 Winthrop St

400 Eldert Lane, Unit Studio

1223 Bedford Ave

262 E 55th St

366 E 28th St
Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brooklyn?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Brooklyn Studio Apartments | $3,995 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,286 | $1,280 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,288 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,133 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,862 | $675 | $10,000+ |
Brooklyn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,449 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Brooklyn 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,261 | $1,030 | $9,450 |
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Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Brooklyn, NY
Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025Current apartment rentals in the Brooklyn, NY area range in price from $675 to $29,461 with an overall median price of $4,885. The three Brooklyn neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Seagate at $2,400, Fort Hamilton at $2,700, and South Shore Brooklyn at $675. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Brooklyn Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Seagate | $2,400 | $2,400 | 1 |
Fort Hamilton | $2,950 | $2,700 | 3 |
South Shore Brooklyn | $3,483 | $675 | 278 |
Bay Ridge | $3,585 | $2,400 | 15 |
Cypress Hills | $3,675 | $1,500 | 30 |
Wallabout | $3,753 | $1,300 | 11 |
Madison | $4,000 | $2,900 | 2 |
Southwest Brooklyn | $4,500 | $1,200 | 292 |
Brooklyn Navy Yard | $4,906 | $1,300 | 35 |
Broadway Triangle | $5,000 | $1,775 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Brooklyn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brooklyn, NY is a Studio unit found at 38 6th Ave in the Prospect Heights neighborhood priced from $2,121. The Highland in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brooklyn apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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38 6th Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,121 |
The Highland | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
535 Carlton Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brooklyn, NY
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Brooklyn area is the $1.14 price per square foot 1523 E 29th St Model at 1523 E 29th St, Unit Furnishedapartment in the in the Manhattan Terrace neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Brooklyn apartment is the 5614 Avenue N Model at 5614 Avenue N, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $3,400 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the East New York neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brooklyn apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1523 E 29th St, Unit Furnishedapartment | 1523 E 29th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
5614 Avenue N, Unit 2nd Floor | 5614 Avenue N | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
9024 Spritz Rd, Unit 2 | 9024 Spritz Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
2073 E 53rd Pl, Unit 2nd floor | 2073 E 53rd Pl | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.93 |
8404 Sutter Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 8404 Sutter Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
637 Greene Ave, Unit 1 | 637 Greene Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
2054 E 14th St, Unit Fl 2 | 2054 E 14th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
1157 Flatbush Ave, Unit F1 | 1157 Flatbush Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
354 Butler St, Unit New | 354 Butler St | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
Node Harman | Private Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
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Brooklyn Overview
The most heavily populated of all of New York City's boroughs, Brooklyn stands tall and proud as a focal point of the Big Apple. With many affordable apartments in Brooklyn available to NYC locals, it's not secret as to why this area is home to so many. Comprising over seventy square miles of roadways and housing, Brooklyn is a distinct and growing locale boasting a diverse mix of residents, local businesses and long-established hot spots.
Why live in Brooklyn, NY?
Despite its current tag as a 'hipster haven', Brooklyn remains a hugely popular destination choice for young working professionals for good reason. Offering easy access to the rest of NYC, housing is far more affordable than Manhattan and Brooklyn's diverse population yields a truly one-of-a-kind melting pot of charm and excitement. From indie rock record stores to hip-hop-heavy nightclubs, funky fashion boutiques to world-famous pizza shops on the corner, Brooklyn apartments give residents a life in a city on the move bursting with opportunities.
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Getting Around Brooklyn, NY
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
95 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Brooklyn, NY Area Reviews
Brittney • 3+ years in Brooklyn
April 3, 2025Love living in Brooklyn. I used to live in Manhattan and that was way to expensive. Moved out to Prospect park area and love it. Easy train ride into Manhattan, and all the stuff I need is in the area. I'd love having a great steak restaurant nearby, but I guess beggars cant be choosers. lol
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brooklyn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brooklyn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brooklyn is under $2,169.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brooklyn?
The cheapest apartment in Brooklyn is The Highland which is listed at $2,450, while the average apartment in Brooklyn costs $4,885.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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