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St George Towers
55 Clark StBrooklyn, NY 11201
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,400 (34 Rentals)
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535 Carlton AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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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 | $3,878 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,524 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,259 | $1,575 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,460 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,405 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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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 1 Bed unit found at St George Towers priced from $1,500. 38 6th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,121. Here are the most affordable Downtown Brooklyn apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St George Towers | Shared Triple Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 38 6th Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,121 |
| Webster Apartments | Studio: Single | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
| 33 Bond St | Apartment 308 | Studio,1BA | $3,045 |
| The Addison | Studio 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $3,079 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,162 |
| 260 Gold | 13 Line 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $3,270 |
| The Bergen | 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $3,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn, NY
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Brooklyn area is the $6.52 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Exhibit in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $5,909. The second greatest value Downtown Brooklyn apartment is the 354 Butler St Model at 354 Butler St, Unit New starting at $1,900 with a $2.11 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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| Exhibit | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $6.52 |
| 354 Butler St, Unit New | 354 Butler St | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| 38 6th Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| 183 Classon Ave, Unit 1 | 183 Classon Ave | 3BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| 95 Wall | Studio E1YJ | Studio ,1BA | $6.28 |
| 7 Dekalb | 1 Bed 1 Bath Market | 1BR,1BA | $6.57 |
| 411 Bergen St, Unit #3 | 411 Bergen St | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| 303 Flatbush Ave, Unit 3F | 303 Flatbush Ave | 1BR,1BA | $6.21 |
| 251 Water St, Unit 2B | 251 Water St | Studio ,1BA | $6.52 |
| The Brooklyner | Studio C Line floor 5-50 | Studio ,1BA | $6.89 |
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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 $3,370.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Brooklyn?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Brooklyn is St George Towers which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Downtown Brooklyn costs $7,755.
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 $166 which is $7,589 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Brooklyn.
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