Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Greene Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,800 (169 Rentals)

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150 Clermont
1 Bedroom Apartments

150 Clermont

150 Clermont AveBrooklyn, NY 11205
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University Towers
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Towers

191 Willoughby StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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475 Carlton Ave
Studio Apartments

475 Carlton Ave

475 Carlton AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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Atlantic Terrace
3 Bedroom Apartments

Atlantic Terrace

677 Atlantic AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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Forte
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forte

230 Ashland PlBrooklyn, NY 11217

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Navy Green
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Navy Green

8 Vanderbilt AveBrooklyn, NY 11205
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564 atlantic ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

564 atlantic ave

564 Atlantic AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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Fort Greene Studio
Studio Apartments

Fort Greene Studio

38 Cumberland StBrooklyn, NY 11205
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The Hendrik
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Hendrik

522 Atlantic AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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179 Park Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

179 Park Ave

179 Park AveBrooklyn, NY 11205
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55 Saint Marks Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

55 Saint Marks Pl

55 Saint Marks PlBrooklyn, NY 11217
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Fino 122
Studio Apartments

Fino 122

122 Adelphi StBrooklyn, NY 11205

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572 Pacific St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

572 Pacific St

572 Pacific StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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Rockwell Place
Studio Apartments

Rockwell Place

96 Rockwell PlzBrooklyn, NY 11217
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166 Lafayette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

166 Lafayette Ave

166 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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8 S Portland Ave
Studio Apartments

8 S Portland Ave

8 S Portland AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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69 Lafayette Ave
Studio Apartments

69 Lafayette Ave

69 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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73 S Oxford St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

73 S Oxford St

73 S Oxford StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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91 Lafayette Ave
Studio Apartments

91 Lafayette Ave

91 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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170 Lafayette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

170 Lafayette Ave

170 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11238

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75 Greene Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

75 Greene Ave

75 Greene AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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10 S Oxford St
1 Bedroom Apartments

10 S Oxford St

10 S Oxford StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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164 Lafayette Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

164 Lafayette Ave

164 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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37 Lafayette Ave
Studio Apartments

37 Lafayette Ave

37 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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77 Lafayette Ave
Studio Apartments

77 Lafayette Ave

77 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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172 Lafayette Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

172 Lafayette Ave

172 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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140 Lafayette Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

140 Lafayette Ave

140 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11238

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Boerum Heights
2 Bedroom Apartments

Boerum Heights

556 State StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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42 S Oxford St
Studio Apartments

42 S Oxford St

42 S Oxford StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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The Griffin
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Griffin

101 Lafayette AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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44 S Oxford St
1 Bedroom Apartments

44 S Oxford St

44 S Oxford StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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19 Greene Ave
Studio Apartments

19 Greene Ave

19 Greene AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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326 Myrtle Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

326 Myrtle Ave

326 Myrtle AveBrooklyn, NY 11205
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221 Dekalb Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

221 Dekalb Ave

221 Dekalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11205
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6 S Oxford St
2 Bedroom Apartments

6 S Oxford St

6 S Oxford StBrooklyn, NY 11217
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252 Adelphi St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

252 Adelphi St

252 Adelphi StBrooklyn, NY 11205
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30 Saint Felix
1 Bedroom Apartments

30 Saint Felix

30 Saint FelixBrooklyn, NY 11217
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Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fort Greene Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fort Greene area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 240 Willoughby priced from $3,235. The Ashland has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,307. Here are the most affordable Fort Greene apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
240 WilloughbyS02Studio,1BA$3,235
The AshlandStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,307
461 DeanS8Studio,1BA$3,395
505 State Street ApartmentsS03Studio,1BA$3,742
Eighty Nine Dekalb14BStudio,1BA$3,755

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Greene, NY

As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Greene area is the $5.33 price per square foot 411 Bergen St Model at 411 Bergen St, Unit #3 in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Fort Greene apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at The Ashland starting at $4,353 with a $7.26 price per square foot in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Greene apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
411 Bergen St, Unit #3411 Bergen St1BR,1BA$5.33
The Ashland1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$7.26
240 WilloughbyA021BR,1BA$10.03
461 DeanS6Studio ,1BA$7.99
505 State Street ApartmentsS02Studio ,1BA$9.82

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY

Ranked #42

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Getting Around the Fort Greene Neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY

Walk Score®

98 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Greene Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fort Greene?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fort Greene is at 240 Willoughby listed at $3,235.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Greene Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Greene Apartment is $3,716 at 240 Willoughby.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fort Greene Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Greene is starting from $5,215 at 240 Willoughby.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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