Cheap Homes for Rent in Prospect Heights Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,200 (53 Rentals)

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Cheapest Available Prospect Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Prospect Heights area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 28 Spencer Place priced from $2,940. 1134 Fulton Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable Prospect Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
28 Spencer PlacestudioStudio,1BA$2,940
1134 Fulton StreetK Line 0 Bed 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,995
409 Eastern Pkwy1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3,899
Atlantic BK1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4,015
461 DeanA21BR,1BA$4,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Prospect Heights, NY

As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Prospect Heights area is the $4.67 price per square foot Studio / 1 Bathroom Model at 121 8th Ave. in the in the Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $6,767. The second greatest value Prospect Heights apartment is the 585 Franklin Ave Model at 585 Franklin Ave, Unit 2 starting at $4,799 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Prospect Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
121 8th Ave.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$4.67
585 Franklin Ave, Unit 2585 Franklin Ave4BR,2BA$4.00
409 Eastern Pkwy2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$5.56
421 Franklin Ave, Unit 3421 Franklin Ave2BR,1BA$4.12
53 6th Ave, Unit 353 6th Ave2BR,1BA$4.06
1012 Fulton St, Unit 3F1012 Fulton St2BR,1BA$4.20
Atlantic BK1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.47
461 DeanA61BR,1BA$7.25
575 Classon Ave, Unit 2575 Classon AveStudio ,1BA$4.40
28 Spencer PlaceOne Beds1BR,1BA$6.84

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, NY

Ranked #11

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Prospect Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Prospect Heights?

There are currently 1448 Apartments for Rent in Prospect Heights, NY with pricing that ranges from $2,200 to $8,320. There are also 83 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Prospect Heights ranging from $1,200 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Prospect Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Prospect Heights ranges from $1,200 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,732.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Prospect Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Prospect Heights range from $5,203 to $5,203, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,510 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,799.

Expert Rental Resources

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