
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY (855 Rentals)


7 Dekalb

499 President Gowanus Apartments

Westmark

535 Carlton Ave

The Paxton

The Brooklyner

Baltic House

172 Union St

1012 Fulton St, Unit 3F, Unit 3F
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457 Atlantic Ave, Unit 2a, Unit 2a

74 Adelphi St, Unit 2B, Unit 2B

Hicks Street, Unit 4

Charming 2BR with loads of sunlight in North Park Slope, Unit 4

100 Wyckoff St, Unit 4R

161 Remsen St, Unit 15

130 Hicks St, Unit 326

Carroll Gardens 2-Bed 1-Bath / In Unit W&D, Unit 2L

107 Columbia Heights, Unit 5G

Stunning 2BR Apartment in Carroll Gardens, Unit 1F
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181 Front St, Unit 7P

Renovated 2-Bedroom with Private Backyard + 1,500 Sq Ft Recreation Space | Fort Greene, Unit 1A

145 Henry St, Unit SI FL1-ID1066

63 3rd Pl

399 President St, Unit SI FL1-ID1495792P

96 Schermerhorn St, Unit 19K

440 Kent Ave, Unit 20C

440 Kent Ave, Unit 20C

3rd Place, Unit 1R

Spacious 2-Bed 1 Bath / Carroll Gardens, Unit 1R
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Carroll Gardens 3-Bed 1 Bath, Unit 1L

241 Atlantic Ave, Unit SI FL9-ID2232

150 Lawrence St, Unit SI FL16-ID2216

150 Lawrence St, Unit SI FL17-ID2217

88 Schermerhorn St, Unit SI FL4-ID2153

525 Pacific St, Unit SI FL3-ID2184

525 Pacific St, Unit SI FL2-ID2183

151 S Elliott Pl, Unit SI FL2-ID2175

82 4th Ave, Unit SI FL8-ID2151

482 Kent Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID2137
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478 Kent Ave, Unit SI FL6-ID2138

260 Water St, Unit SI FL2-ID1668

151 S Elliott Pl, Unit 5L

145 Henry St, Unit SI FL3-ID1987

545 Vanderbilt Ave, Unit SI FL27-ID1961

72 Willoughby St, Unit SI FL2-ID1977

70 Middagh St, Unit SI FL2-ID1962

240 3rd Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1839

107 Columbia Heights, Unit SI FL2-ID1725

154 Atlantic Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1726
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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 | $4,071 | $1,975 | $7,305 |
| Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,942 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,392 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,673 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,737 | $4,299 | $7,995 |
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Largest Available Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Brooklyn area of New York, NY is found at AVA Fort Greene and is listed at 1,132 square feet priced from $6,890. 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 | B3 | 1,132 Sq Ft | $6,890 |
| Hoyt & Horn Apartments | S42F20 - Residence 10-26 D | 1,120 Sq Ft | $7,218 |
| Avalon Willoughby Square | B1-1073 | 1,073 Sq Ft | $6,425 |
| 70 Pine Apartments | B11 - 2111|2211 | 1,069 Sq Ft | $8,128 |
| 95 Wall | Two Bedroom B2A | 1,022 Sq Ft | $7,652 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | 2 bed, 2 bath | 986 Sq Ft | $6,545 |
| 505 State Street Apartments | B01 | 937 Sq Ft | $7,295 |
| The Addison | 2 bed, 2 bath, outdoor space | 924 Sq Ft | $5,195 |
| The Paxton | 2 BED | 2 BATH - LINE G | 911 Sq Ft | $6,257 |
| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 906 Sq Ft | $5,909 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Brooklyn of New York, NY is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $4,333 at Baltic House. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Brooklyn is currently $6,392. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Baltic House | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $4,333 |
| The Addison | 2 bed, 1 bath | $4,695 |
| 260 Gold | 13 Line 2 Bed 2 Bath | $4,974 |
| 240 Willoughby | B04 | $5,839 |
| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | $5,909 |
| The Brooklyner | 2 Bedroom G Line floors 42-50 | $6,000 |
| 172 Union St | 2 Bed w Roof Deck | $6,245 |
| The Paxton | 2 BED | 2 BATH - LINE K | $6,257 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Brooklyn with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown Brooklyn is at Baltic House listed at $4,333.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is $6,392.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Brooklyn Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Brooklyn is a 1,132 square feet unit starting from $6,890 at AVA Fort Greene.
What is the average size for Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown Brooklyn is currently 863 sq ft.
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