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535 Carlton AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Brooklyn Studio Apartments | $4,320 | $1,914 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,765 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,903 | $3,206 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,333 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,447 | $1,380 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Brooklyn Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Brooklyn area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 38 6th Ave priced from $2,121. 535 Carlton Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,169. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brooklyn apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 6th Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,121 |
| 535 Carlton Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
| Newport Rentals | PARKSIDE EAST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,700 |
| The BLVD Collection | B425 S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,884 |
| 351 Marin | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,918 |
| The Brooklyner | Studio B Line floors 5-50 | Studio,1BA | $3,085 |
| The Addison | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,238 |
| Hoyt & Horn Apartments | S40C10 - Residence 3-8 R | 9-15 N | Studio,1BA | $3,319 |
| 63 Wall Street | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,341 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn, NY
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brooklyn area is the $3.69 price per square foot 32 Greene Ave Model at 32 Greene Ave, Unit Duplex in the in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood starting from $5,900. The second greatest value Downtown Brooklyn apartment is the B401 C1 Model at The BLVD Collection starting at $8,148 with a $5.62 price per square foot in the Wall Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brooklyn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Greene Ave, Unit Duplex | 32 Greene Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| The BLVD Collection | B401 C1 | 3BR,2BA | $5.62 |
| 7 Dekalb | 2 Bed 2 Bath Market | 2BR,2BA | $4.83 |
| 354 Butler St | 354 Butler St | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 38 6th Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| Grove Pointe | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
| 535 Carlton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| 351 Marin | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.39 |
| Newport Rentals | ELLIPSE - Studio One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.45 |
| The Hendrix | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Brooklyn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Brooklyn is under $3,341.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is 535 Carlton Ave which is listed at $2,680, while the average apartment in Downtown Brooklyn costs $12,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Brooklyn?
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 9 regular apartments in Downtown Brooklyn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Brooklyn have an average cost of $185 which is $12,315 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Brooklyn.
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