
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,200 (27 Rentals)
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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 |
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Downtown Brooklyn Studio Apartments | $3,947 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,588 | $2,680 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,525 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,118 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,625 | $1,270 | $10,000+ |
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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 |
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38 6th Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,121 |
535 Carlton Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
Newport Rentals | ROOSEVELT HOUSE - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,390 |
351 Marin | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,970 |
The Brooklyner | Studio B Line floors 5-50 | Studio,1BA | $3,067 |
The BLVD Collection | B425 S2 | Studio,1BA | $3,140 |
AVA DoBro | S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,171 |
Haus25 | S4 | Studio,1BA | $3,232 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn, NY
As of March 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brooklyn area is the $3.81 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 38 6th Ave in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $3,206. The second greatest value Downtown Brooklyn apartment is the 82 4th Ave Model at 82 4th Ave, Unit FL9-ID1514 starting at $3,700 with a $4.63 price per square foot in the Downtown Brooklyn 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. |
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38 6th Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.81 |
82 4th Ave, Unit FL9-ID1514 | 82 4th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.63 |
Grove Pointe | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.95 |
66 Rockwell Place | 1 bed, 1 bath, Terrace | 1BR,1BA | $5.77 |
535 Carlton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
260 Gold | 09 Line 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.23 |
The BLVD Collection | B425 S2 | Studio ,1BA | $5.69 |
351 Marin | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.49 |
251 Water St, Unit 2B | 251 Water St | Studio ,1BA | $5.96 |
35 Cranberry St, Unit Apt 2 | 35 Cranberry St | Studio ,1BA | $4.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Brooklyn Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is at 38 6th Ave listed at $2,121.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartment is $2,680 at 535 Carlton Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is starting from $3,206 at 38 6th Ave.
What is the most affordable Downtown Brooklyn Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Brooklyn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newport Rentals and starts from $4,555.
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