Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,300 (30 Rentals)

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90 Sands
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

90 Sands

90 Sands StBrooklyn, NY 11201

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109 Joralemon St
Studio Apartments

109 Joralemon St

109 Joralemon StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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Cumberland Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cumberland Apartments

253 Cumberland StBrooklyn, NY 11205
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288 Clinton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

288 Clinton St

288 Clinton StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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26  Leffert Place
Studio Apartments

26 Leffert Place

26 Lefferts PlBrooklyn, NY 11238
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75  Pineapple St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

75 Pineapple St

75 Pineapple StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Brooklyn Heights
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Brooklyn Heights

138 Joralemon StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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564 atlantic ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

564 atlantic ave

564 Atlantic AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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269 Henry St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

269 Henry St

269 Henry StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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73 Steuben StBrooklyn, NY 11205
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64  Elliot Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

64 Elliot Place

62-64 S Elliott PlBrooklyn, NY 11217

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358 Henry Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

358 Henry Street

358 Henry StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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52 Clark St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

52 Clark St.

52 Clark StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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FSA Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

FSA Apartments

680-686 Fulton StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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541  Bergen Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

541 Bergen Street

541 Bergen StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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537 CLINTON AVE
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

537 CLINTON AVE

537 Clinton AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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Grand Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grand Court

425 Grand AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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193 Sackett St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

193 Sackett St

193 Sackett StBrooklyn, NY 11231
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43 Underhill Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

43 Underhill Avenue

41-43 Underhill AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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40 Cumberland St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

40 Cumberland St

40 Cumberland StBrooklyn, NY 11205

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Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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116 John St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

116 John St

1 Platt StNew York, NY 10038
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88 Fulton St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

88 Fulton St

88 Fulton StNew York, NY 10038
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Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Brooklyn Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Brooklyn area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at EHS St George Towers priced from $1,500. Webster Apartments- ALL WOMENS HOUSING has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brooklyn apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
EHS St George TowersShared Triple Room1BR,1BA$1,500
Webster Apartments- ALL WOMENS HOUSINGStudio: SingleStudio,1BA$2,300
The Bergen0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,867
240 WilloughbyS01Studio,1BA$3,165
66 Rockwell PlaceStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,196
The BrooklynerStudio B Line floors 5-50Studio,1BA$3,264
22 Chapel St#13KStudio,1BA$3,305
The AshlandStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,413

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn, NY

As of October 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brooklyn area is the $5.32 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Market Model at 7 Dekalb in the in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood starting from $5,851. The second greatest value Downtown Brooklyn apartment is the 183 Classon Ave Model at 183 Classon Ave, Unit 3 starting at $4,299 with a $4.78 price per square foot in the South Williamsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Brooklyn apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
7 Dekalb2 Bed 2 Bath Market2BR,2BA$5.32
183 Classon Ave, Unit 3183 Classon Ave4BR,1BA$4.78
354 Butler St, Unit Studio354 Butler StStudio ,1BA$2.11
The Addison1 bed plus, 1 bath, outdoor space1BR,1BA$5.24
130 Water St, Unit 9C130 Water St1BR,1BA$4.93
The Eagle27B-31B1BR,1BA$6.52
Douglass Street Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.23
251 Water St, Unit 2B251 Water StStudio ,1BA$6.52
66 Rockwell PlaceStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$6.19
The Bergen0 Bed 1 BathStudio ,1BA$6.81

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY

Ranked #68

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Brooklyn. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $3,413.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is EHS St George Towers which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Downtown Brooklyn costs $9,650.

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 11 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 $201 which is $9,449 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Brooklyn.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.