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354 Butler StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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90 Sands StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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Royal Castle Apartments
26 Gates AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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109 Joralemon St
109 Joralemon StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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253 Cumberland StBrooklyn, NY 11205
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288 Clinton St
288 Clinton StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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26 Leffert Place
26 Lefferts PlBrooklyn, NY 11238
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75 Pineapple St
75 Pineapple StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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138 Joralemon St
138 Joralemon StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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564 atlantic ave
564 Atlantic AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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269 Henry St
269 Henry StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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One Nine Rockwell
19 Rockwell PlBrooklyn, NY 11217
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45 S. Elliot Place
45-47 S Elliot PlBrooklyn, NY 11217
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73 Steuben StBrooklyn, NY 11205
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64 Elliot Place
62-64 S Elliott PlBrooklyn, NY 11217
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358 Henry Street
358 Henry StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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52 Clark St.
52 Clark StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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FSA Apartments
680-686 Fulton StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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541 Bergen Street
541 Bergen StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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116 John St
1 Platt StNew York, NY 10038
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Fulton Plaza Apartments
106 Fulton StNew York, NY 10038
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88 Fulton StNew York, NY 10038
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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 | $4,039 | $1,975 | $6,369 |
| Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,664 | $1,425 | $8,889 |
| Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,712 | $2,999 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,125 | $3,850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,637 | $4,299 | $7,995 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Brooklyn Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Brooklyn area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at FOUND Study Brooklyn Heights priced from $2,650. FOUND Study Brooklyn Heights - Student/Intern has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brooklyn apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| FOUND Study Brooklyn Heights | Single - Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| FOUND Study Brooklyn Heights - Student/Intern | Private Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,950 |
| The Addison | Studio 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,995 |
| Webster Apartments- ALL WOMENS HOUSING | Studio: Double | Studio,1BA | $3,175 |
| 240 Willoughby | S02 | Studio,1BA | $3,235 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $3,250 |
| The Brooklyner | Studio B Line floors 5-50 | Studio,1BA | $3,320 |
| 260 Gold | 19 Line 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $3,350 |
| 461 Dean | S8 | Studio,1BA | $3,470 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn, NY
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brooklyn area is the $1.00 price per square foot 472 Myrtle Ave Model at 472 Myrtle Ave, Unit RETAIL in the in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Downtown Brooklyn apartment is the C1 Model at AVA Fort Greene starting at $8,678 with a $6.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brooklyn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 472 Myrtle Ave, Unit RETAIL | 472 Myrtle Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| AVA Fort Greene | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $6.58 |
| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $6.52 |
| 183 Classon Ave, Unit 3 | 183 Classon Ave | 4BR,1BA | $4.78 |
| 1012 Fulton St, Unit 3F | 1012 Fulton St | 2BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| EHS St George Towers | Double as a Single Occupancy Room | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
| 7 Dekalb | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Market | 1BR,1BA | $6.28 |
| The Bergen | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $7.03 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $6.49 |
| The Addison | Studio 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $7.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Brooklyn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Brooklyn is under $3,470.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is 260 Gold which is listed at $3,850, while the average apartment in Downtown Brooklyn costs $6,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Brooklyn?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Downtown Brooklyn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Brooklyn have an average cost of $344 which is $6,406 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Brooklyn.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.