253 DeKalb Ave
BrooklynNY11205
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Greene Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,300 (16 Rentals)
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251 DeKalb Ave
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535 Carlton Ave
535 Carlton AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
101 S Oxford St
BrooklynNY11217
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from $2,691Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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121 Town Square PlJersey City, NJ 07310
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Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Greene?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Greene Studio Apartments | $3,839 | $2,121 | $4,935 |
| Fort Greene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,601 | $2,680 | $6,989 |
| Fort Greene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,811 | $3,206 | $10,000+ |
| Fort Greene 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,152 | $4,733 | $10,000+ |
| Fort Greene 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,356 | $1,380 | $7,200 |
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Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Fort Greene Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Greene 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 Fort Greene 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 | $2,691 |
| The Rocklyn | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $3,385 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Greene, NY
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Greene 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 Fort Greene apartment is the 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Model at Gateway Battery Park City starting at $6,858 with a $6.01 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Greene 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 |
| Gateway Battery Park City | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $6.01 |
| 38 6th Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| 7 Dekalb | 1 Bed 1 Bath Market | 1BR,1BA | $5.52 |
| 535 Carlton Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| The Ashland | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.90 |
| 505 State Street Apartments | A09 | 1BR,1BA | $7.64 |
| 10 Hanover Square | Studio w/Alcove U | Studio ,1BA | $7.18 |
| Newport Rentals | ELLIPSE - Studio One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.46 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFort Greene, Brooklyn, NY
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Best Local Schools in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY
Ps 20 Clinton Hill
New York City Geographic District 13 Brooklyn
Public School - Grades PK-5 (619)
6 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY
Ps 20 Clinton Hill
New York City Geographic District 13 Brooklyn
Public School - Grades PK-5 (619)
6 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Fort Greene Neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
94 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Greene Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fort Greene?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Greene is under $3,644.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Greene?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Greene is 535 Carlton Ave which is listed at $2,680, while the average apartment in Fort Greene costs $6,028.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Greene?
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 8 regular apartments in Fort Greene 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 Fort Greene?
Cheap apartments in Fort Greene have an average cost of $204 which is $5,824 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Greene.
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