Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $2,100 (23 Rentals)

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Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

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. Newport Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,046. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brooklyn apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
38 6th AveStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,121
Newport RentalsPARKSIDE WEST - Studio One BathroomStudio,1BA$3,046
260 Gold14 Line 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$3,145
66 Rockwell PlaceStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$3,167
63 Wall StreetStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,231

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn, NY

As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brooklyn area is the $6.10 price per square foot 303 Flatbush Ave Model at 303 Flatbush Ave, Unit 2A in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $5,950. The second greatest value Downtown Brooklyn apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Exhibit starting at $5,909 with a $6.52 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brooklyn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
303 Flatbush Ave, Unit 2A303 Flatbush Ave3BR,2BA$6.10
Exhibit2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$6.52
354 Butler St, Unit New354 Butler StStudio ,1BA$2.11
38 6th Ave2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.81
183 Classon Ave, Unit 1183 Classon Ave3BR,1BA$4.87
545 Vanderbilt Ave, Unit FL19-ID1550545 Vanderbilt Ave2BR,1BA$6.75
The BLVD CollectionB425 S2Studio ,1BA$5.87
251 Water St, Unit 2B251 Water StStudio ,1BA$6.52
The HendrixStudioStudio ,1BA$6.50
The BrooklynerStudio C Line floor 5-50Studio ,1BA$6.76

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Brooklyn

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Brooklyn?

There are currently 3416 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,275 to $29,461. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Brooklyn ranging from $2,150 to $33,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Brooklyn?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Brooklyn ranges from $2,150 to $33,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,902.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Brooklyn?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Brooklyn range from $1,525 to $18,434, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,688 to $17,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $10,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,375.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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