
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Greene Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,400 (20 Rentals)
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Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Greene?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fort Greene Studio Apartments | $3,691 | $2,121 | $10,000+ |
Fort Greene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,191 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Fort Greene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,652 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Fort Greene 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,719 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
Fort Greene 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,475 | $7,200 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fort Greene Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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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 38 6th Ave priced from $2,121. Newport Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,666. Here are the most affordable Fort Greene apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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38 6th Ave | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,121 |
Newport Rentals | PARKSIDE WEST - Studio One Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $2,666 |
Webster Apartments | Studio: Single | Studio,1BA | $2,800 |
66 Rockwell Place | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $3,162 |
2605 Snyder Avenue | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Greene, NY
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fort Greene area is the $7.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at 66 Rockwell Place in the in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood starting from $7,250. The second greatest value Fort Greene apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at 38 6th Ave starting at $3,206 with a $3.81 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Greene apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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66 Rockwell Place | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $7.36 |
38 6th Ave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.81 |
7 Dekalb | 1 Bed 1 Bath Market | 1BR,1BA | $6.57 |
10 Hanover Square | One Bedroom H | 1BR,1BA | $7.63 |
411 Bergen St, Unit #3 | 411 Bergen St | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
505 State Street Apartments | A06 | 1BR,1BA | $8.95 |
Newport Rentals | BISBY - Studio One Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $6.78 |
The Rocklyn | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $7.96 |
2605 Snyder Avenue | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $10.90 |
FOUND Study Brooklyn Heights | Private Studio W/ Kitchen (97CH) | Studio ,1BA | $9.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFort Greene, Brooklyn, NY
Ranked #61
Among neighborhoods in Brooklyn, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY
Ps 20 Clinton Hill
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Greene Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fort Greene?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fort Greene is under $4,396.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fort Greene?
The cheapest apartment in Fort Greene is Newport Rentals which is listed at $3,297, while the average apartment in Fort Greene costs $12,130.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fort Greene?
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 26 regular apartments in Fort Greene 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 Fort Greene?
Cheap apartments in Fort Greene have an average cost of $404 which is $11,726 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fort Greene.
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