
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $700 (46 Rentals)
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6717-6718 8th Ave

66 STREET

62 STREET

Eden Roc

Shore Haven Apartments

930 59th Street

521 82nd street

6815 Owls Head Ct
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Falcon Apartments

1045 65th St

363 Ocean Parkway

1365 West 7th Street

565 85th St

8797 25th Ave

1329 50th St

4702 - 4712 7th Ave

7002 RIDGE BLVD
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217-227 E 7th St

6914 6th Avenue

2214 64th St

Pearl Court

333 86th St

1602 West 10th Street

186 27th St

Chelsea Apartments

8313 Bay Pky
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555 Ovington Ave

45 Tehama St

250 ocean parkway

Narrows Apartments

2302 85th Street

455 Ocean Avenue

288 Clinton St

182 Prospect Park West

564 atlantic ave
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537 Clinton St

9303 Shore Rd

723 5th St

430 13th St

5422 4th Avenue

530 Second Avenue

102 Albemarle Rd

The Caroline

1404-1410 47th St
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Southwest Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Brooklyn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Brooklyn Studio Apartments | $3,955 | $2,898 | $5,364 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,427 | $1,425 | $4,790 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,753 | $2,500 | $8,426 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,985 | $2,950 | $7,190 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,016 | $3,600 | $4,250 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Brooklyn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Brooklyn area of Brooklyn, NY is a Studio unit found at 461 Dean priced from $3,470. Westmark has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $4,010. Here are the most affordable Southwest Brooklyn apartments for rent in Brooklyn, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 461 Dean | S8 | Studio,1BA | $3,470 |
| Westmark | Studio | Studio,1BA | $4,010 |
| 505 State Street Apartments | S02 | Studio,1BA | $4,055 |
| 720 Degraw St | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $4,250 |
| 121 8th Ave. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $6,767 |
| 420 Carroll | Residence W04 Floors 4-16 | 2BR,2BA | $6,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Brooklyn, NY
As of February 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Brooklyn area is the $3.00 price per square foot 198 28th St Model at 198 28th St, Unit 198 28th St #1 in the in the Bush Terminal neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Southwest Brooklyn apartment is the Studio / 1 Bathroom Model at 121 8th Ave. starting at $6,767 with a $4.67 price per square foot in the Prospect Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Brooklyn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 198 28th St, Unit 198 28th St #1 | 198 28th St | 3BR,3BA | $3.00 |
| 121 8th Ave. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| 447 74th St, Unit 2nd floor | 447 74th St | 3BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| 420 Carroll | Residence W04 Floors 4-16 | 2BR,2BA | $8.03 |
| 1632 W 4th St, Unit 1st floor | 1632 W 4th St | 3BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Westmark | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $9.09 |
| 461 Dean | S5 | Studio ,1BA | $8.16 |
| 505 State Street Apartments | S02 | Studio ,1BA | $9.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Brooklyn Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Brooklyn?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Brooklyn is under $6,950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Brooklyn?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Brooklyn is 461 Dean which is listed at $4,070, while the average apartment in Southwest Brooklyn costs $4,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Brooklyn?
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 6 regular apartments in Southwest Brooklyn 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 Southwest Brooklyn?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Brooklyn have an average cost of $579 which is $4,416 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Brooklyn.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.