
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY (3,652 Rentals)


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734 Bergen St, Unit 3rd Floor

131 Hall Street, Unit Apt1

472 Myrtle Ave, Unit RETAIL

182 Carlton Ave, Unit Apartment#1

183 Classon Ave, Unit 3

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1012 Fulton St, Unit 3F
85 Adams St, Unit Beacon Tower

10 Montague Ter, Unit 2A
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8 Vanderbilt Ave, Unit 11J

360 Furman St, Unit 706

17 Atlantic Commons, Unit 1

354 Butler St

Washington Avenue, Unit 1F

Carroll Gardens / 2-Bed 1-Bath / In-Washer & Dryer, Unit 3L

3 PLACE / 2-Bed 1-Bath, Unit 3R

Carroll Gardens / 2-Bed 1-Bath, Unit 4R

Carroll Gardens 2-Bed 1-Bath, Unit 4L

Greene Avenue, Unit 1
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Stunning NEW 2 BED in Cobble Hill!, Unit 4R

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72 Willoughby St, Unit SI FL4-ID1832

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156 Atlantic Ave, Unit SI ID1541435P

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143 Nevins St, Unit SI ID1512845P

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72 Willoughby St, Unit SI FL3-ID2167

74 A 4th Ave, Unit Apt 3

181 Front St, Unit 8B

955 Pacific St, Unit 3

Huge Floor-Through 1 Bedroom with Private Backyard, Unit 1
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595 Myrtle Ave, Unit 4a

307 Gold St, Unit 24P

307 Gold St, Unit 19K

68 Gold St, Unit 3k

63 Duffield St, Unit 2r

527 Grand Ave, Unit 901

Grand Avenue, Unit 608

161 Remsen St, Unit 4

161 Remsen St, Unit 15

130 Hicks St, Unit 435
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Brooklyn Studio Apartments | $3,977 | $1,975 | $6,540 |
| Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,957 | $2,613 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,355 | $3,295 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,440 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,469 | $4,399 | $9,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, and the greater New York City area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have a family with kids? this part of town has come to be a leading neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Do you like parks and greenspace? Downtown Brooklyn is a highly-rated neighborhood for its parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This submarket is one of the best-regarded luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, park access, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
There's good news if you raise dogs or cats. This part of Brooklyn ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Brooklyn
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Brooklyn?
There are currently 1,951 Studio Apartments in Downtown Brooklyn with rent ranges from $1,975 to $6,540 with an average price of $3,977.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Brooklyn ranges from $2,613 to $11,206 with an average monthly rent of $4,957.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brooklyn cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Brooklyn range from $3,295 to $17,564. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $6,355.
How expensive are Downtown Brooklyn Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 295 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Brooklyn on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,850 to $11,538 - averaging $6,440 for the location.
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