
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mill Basin Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,000 (23 Rentals)
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1843 E 51st St

2939 Avenue Y, Unit 2A, Unit 2A

9115 Avenue J

2740 E 63rd St

3005 Avenue M

1146 E 35th St
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2525 Nostrand Ave, Unit Apt 7H

1932 E 29th St

535 E 29th St

4424 Kings Hwy

850 East 31 St

3220 AVENUE H

Flatbush Gardens
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1155 East 35th Street

4750 Bedford Ave

2828 Kings Hwy

3101-3123 Avenue I

3021 Avenue I

Marine Park

3022 Emmons Ave
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720 E 39th St

2022 Nostrand Ave
Mill Basin, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mill Basin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Basin Studio Apartments | $2,050 | $2,000 | $2,100 |
| Mill Basin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $1,050 | $2,500 |
| Mill Basin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,940 | $2,500 | $3,200 |
| Mill Basin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,892 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| Mill Basin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,983 | $3,800 | $4,300 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mill Basin Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mill Basin, NY
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mill Basin area is the $2.27 price per square foot 1366 E 86th St Model at 1366 E 86th St, Unit 2FL in the in the East New York neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Mill Basin apartment is the 2361 E 24th St Model at 2361 E 24th St, Unit Apt 2 starting at $3,500 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mill Basin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1366 E 86th St, Unit 2FL | 1366 E 86th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 2361 E 24th St, Unit Apt 2 | 2361 E 24th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Mill Basin, Brooklyn, NY
Ps 236 Mill Basin
Jhs 78 Roy H Mann
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