
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bensonhurst Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,600 (10 Rentals)
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Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bensonhurst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bensonhurst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,650 | $1,975 |
Bensonhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,200 | $3,500 |
Bensonhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $2,850 | $3,300 |
Bensonhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bensonhurst Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bensonhurst, NY
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bensonhurst area is the $2.54 price per square foot 226 Bay 13th St Model at 226 Bay 13th St, Unit 3 in the in the Bensonhurst neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Bensonhurst apartment is the 55 Highlawn Ave Model at 55 Highlawn Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,200 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Bensonhurst neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bensonhurst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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226 Bay 13th St, Unit 3 | 226 Bay 13th St | 3BR,2BA | $2.54 |
55 Highlawn Ave, Unit 1 | 55 Highlawn Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.46 |
1326 79th St, Unit 2 | 1326 79th St | 5BR,1BA | $3.17 |
1855 74th St, Unit 1 | 1855 74th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.61 |
8008 16th Ave, Unit 2F | 8008 16th Ave | 4BR,2BA | $3.60 |
1731 76th St, Unit 2F | 1731 76th St | 3BR,1BA | $3.33 |
2177 60th St, Unit 3B | 2177 60th St | 2BR,2BA | $4.07 |
8684 15th Ave, Unit 2F | 8684 15th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
8684 15th Ave, Unit 2F | 8684 15th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
7322 Bay Pky | 7322 Bay Pky | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY
Ranked #67
Among neighborhoods in Brooklyn, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY
IS 96 Seth Low
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Getting Around the Bensonhurst Neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY
Walk Score®
94 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
89 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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.
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