
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY (1,139 Rentals)


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72 Willoughby St

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478 Kent Ave

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135 York St

482 Kent Ave

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545 Vanderbilt Ave

325 Lafayette Ave

82 4th Ave

141 Joralemon St

82 4th Ave

240 3rd Ave

72 Willoughby St

240 3rd Ave

540 Fulton St
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325 Lafayette Ave

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141 Joralemon St

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68 Gold St

241 Atlantic Ave

241 Atlantic Ave

354 Butler St
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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 | $4,070 | $1,975 | $6,960 |
Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,977 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,122 | $2,999 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,344 | $3,850 | $9,860 |
| Downtown Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,637 | $4,299 | $7,995 |
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Largest Available Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Brooklyn area of New York, NY is found at AVA Fort Greene and is listed at 780 square feet priced from $4,292. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVA Fort Greene | A15 | 780 Sq Ft | $4,292 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | 1 bed, 1 bath, Terrace | 725 Sq Ft | $3,953 |
| Avalon Willoughby Square | A7-723 | 723 Sq Ft | $4,870 |
| 95 Wall | One Bedroom A1C | 711 Sq Ft | $5,644 |
| Pearl & Pine | 1 Bedroom Home Office | 700 Sq Ft | $6,840 |
| Hoyt & Horn Apartments | S41I10 - Residence 16-26 C | 3G | 8G | 688 Sq Ft | $4,491 |
| AVA DoBro | A7 | 685 Sq Ft | $4,140 |
| The Brooklyner | 1 Bedroom A Line floors 17-41 | 677 Sq Ft | $4,170 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Brooklyn of New York, NY is the A03 Model starting from $3,851 at 240 Willoughby. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Brooklyn is currently $4,977. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 240 Willoughby | A03 | $3,851 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | 1 bed, 1 bath, Terrace | $3,953 |
| Baltic House | Island Kitchen | $4,000 |
| AVA DoBro | A3 | $4,010 |
| The Brooklyner | 1 Bedroom K Line floors 8-41 | $4,032 |
| The Bergen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $4,045 |
| AVA Fort Greene | A17 | $4,063 |
| 461 Dean | A2 | $4,070 |
| 7 Dekalb | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market | $4,090 |
| Hoyt & Horn Apartments | S41B10 - Residence 3-15 C | $4,142 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Brooklyn with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Brooklyn is at 240 Willoughby listed at $3,851.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is $4,977.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Brooklyn is a 780 square feet unit starting from $4,292 at AVA Fort Greene.
What is the average size for Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Brooklyn is currently 750 sq ft.
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