Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bensonhurst Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,600 (9 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 | $2,396 | $1,975 | $2,815 |
Bensonhurst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,366 | $2,200 | $2,550 |
Bensonhurst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,052 | $2,700 | $3,464 |
Bensonhurst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,447 | $3,295 | $3,600 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bensonhurst, NY
As of May 20, 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 1584 W 10th St Model at 1584 W 10th St, Unit 1F starting at $3,200 with a $3.20 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 |
1584 W 10th St, Unit 1F | 1584 W 10th St | 3BR,2BA | $3.20 |
8008 16th Ave, Unit 2F | 8008 16th Ave | 4BR,2BA | $3.60 |
1731 76th St, Unit 2F | 1731 76th St | 3BR,1BA | $3.33 |
2025 85th St, Unit 2nd Floor | 2025 85th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
1728 W 4th St, Unit 1F | 1728 W 4th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
8684 15th Ave, Unit 2F | 8684 15th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
6114 23rd Ave, Unit 2ND FL | 6114 23rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.64 |
2177 60th St, Unit 7B | 2177 60th St | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
7322 Bay Pky | 7322 Bay Pky | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY
Ranked #53
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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