
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fort Greene Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,700 (169 Rentals)
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38 6th Ave

150 Clermont

Clermont Greene Condominium

University Towers

475 Carlton Ave

Atlantic Terrace

One Hanson Place

Forte

Navy Green
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564 atlantic ave

Navy Green Townhouses

88 ADELPHI STREET 1 BDRM

Navy Yard Housing Cooperative

Fort Greene Studio

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Fino 122

572 Pacific St

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73 S Oxford St

Rockwell Place

166 Lafayette Ave

8 S Portland Ave

69 Lafayette Ave

Clermont Avenue Townhouse

91 Lafayette Ave
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170 Lafayette Ave

75 Greene Ave

10 S Oxford St

164 Lafayette Ave

37 Lafayette Ave

77 Lafayette Ave

122 Fort Greene Pl

172 Lafayette Ave

140 Lafayette Ave

55 Saint Marks Pl
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118-122 Flatbush Ave

Five Six One Pacific

77 Saint Marks Pl

86 Clinton Ave

299 Vanderbilt Avenue

19 Greene Ave

326 Myrtle Ave

221 Dekalb Ave

6 S Oxford St

252 Adelphi St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Greene Studio Apartments | $3,647 | $3,400 | $3,934 |
| Fort Greene 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,694 | $1,750 | $5,070 |
| Fort Greene 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,454 | $3,495 | $8,340 |
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There are currently 169 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 240 Willoughby priced from $3,235. 66 Rockwell Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,250. Here are the most affordable Fort Greene apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240 Willoughby | S02 | Studio,1BA | $3,235 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $3,250 |
| 461 Dean | S8 | Studio,1BA | $3,470 |
| 505 State Street Apartments | S02 | Studio,1BA | $4,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Greene, NY
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Greene area is the $9.34 price per square foot A02 Model at 240 Willoughby in the in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood starting from $4,699. The second greatest value Fort Greene apartment is the Studio, 1 bath Model at 66 Rockwell Place starting at $3,250 with a $6.49 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240 Willoughby | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $9.34 |
| 66 Rockwell Place | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $6.49 |
| 461 Dean | S6 | Studio ,1BA | $7.95 |
| 505 State Street Apartments | S02 | Studio ,1BA | $9.79 |
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Best Local Schools in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, NY
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Greene Apartments
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 $5,530 at 240 Willoughby.
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