
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $700 (70 Rentals)
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354 Butler St, Unit Furnished studio apt

BAY 29 STREET, Unit B3

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1045 65th St

421 Degraw St

363 Ocean Parkway

565 85th St
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2214 64th St

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Pearl Court

333 86th 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 | $3,709 | $2,100 | $6,754 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,370 | $1,297 | $6,637 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,925 | $1,550 | $8,730 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,507 | $2,300 | $8,313 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,580 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Brooklyn 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 70 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 224 3rd Ave priced from $2,843. Westmark has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,516. Here are the most affordable Southwest Brooklyn apartments for rent in Brooklyn, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 224 3rd Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,843 |
| Westmark | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,516 |
| 461 Dean | S5 | Studio,1BA | $3,550 |
| Baltic House | Corner Unit 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3,560 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Brooklyn, NY
As of August 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Brooklyn 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 Southwest Brooklyn apartment is the 355 85th St Model at 355 85th St starting at $3,800 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Dyker 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 121 8th Ave. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| 355 85th St | 355 85th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 460 Bay Ridge Ave, Unit 3 | 460 Bay Ridge Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 8020 5th Ave, Unit Spacious3bedroominBayRidge,Brooklyn | 8020 5th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 1169 38th Street, Unit 2nd Floor | 1169 38th Street | 3BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 354 Butler St, Unit Furnished studio apt | 354 Butler St | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 213 Columbia | 2bed/1bath | 2BR,1BA | $5.79 |
| Baltic House | Large 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $6.33 |
| 42 Clara St, Unit 2 individual rooms for rent | 42 Clara St | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| 420 Carroll | Residence E11 Floors 2-5 | Studio ,1BA | $7.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Brooklyn Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Brooklyn?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Brooklyn is at 224 3rd Ave listed at $2,843.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Brooklyn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Brooklyn Apartment is $3,529 at 224 3rd Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Brooklyn Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Brooklyn is starting from $4,250 at 720 Degraw St.
What is the most affordable Southwest Brooklyn Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Brooklyn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 213 Columbia and starts from $5,469.
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