Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,000 (55 Rentals)

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354 Butler St

BrooklynNY11217

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Shore Haven Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Shore Haven Apartments

2064 Cropsey AveBrooklyn, NY 11214
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930 59th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

930 59th Street

930 59th StBrooklyn, NY 11219

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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521 82nd street
1 Bedroom Apartments

521 82nd street

521 82nd StBrooklyn, NY 11209
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6815 Owls Head Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

6815 Owls Head Ct

6815 Owls Head CtBrooklyn, NY 11220
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Falcon Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Falcon Apartments

8800 20th AveBrooklyn, NY 11214
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363 Ocean Parkway
1 Bedroom Apartments

363 Ocean Parkway

363 Ocean PkyBrooklyn, NY 11218
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1365  West 7th Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

1365 West 7th Street

1365 W 7th StBrooklyn, NY 11204
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565 85th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

565 85th St

565 85th StBrooklyn, NY 11209
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1329 50th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1329 50th St

1329 50th StBrooklyn, NY 11219
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Eden Roc
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc

1869 83rd StBrooklyn, NY 11214
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8797 25th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

8797 25th Ave

8797 25th AveBrooklyn, NY 11214
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4702 - 4712 7th Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4702 - 4712 7th Ave

4702-4712 7th AveBrooklyn, NY 11220
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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7002 RIDGE BLVD
1 Bedroom Apartments

7002 RIDGE BLVD

7002 Ridge BlvdBrooklyn, NY 11209
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6914 6th Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

6914 6th Avenue

6914 6th AveBrooklyn, NY 11209
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2214 64th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2214 64th St

2214 64th StBrooklyn, NY 11204
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Pearl Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pearl Court

1662 Cropsey AveBrooklyn, NY 11214
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333 86th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

333 86th St

333 86th StBrooklyn, NY 11209
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186 27th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

186 27th St

186 27th StBrooklyn, NY 11232
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Chelsea Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chelsea Apartments

8700 25th AveBrooklyn, NY 11214
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8313 Bay Pky
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

8313 Bay Pky

8313 Bay PkyBrooklyn, NY 11214
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217-227 E 7th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

217-227 E 7th St

217-227 E 7th StBrooklyn, NY 11218
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Narrows Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Narrows Apartments

9101 Shore RdBrooklyn, NY 11209
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455 Ocean Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

455 Ocean Avenue

455 Ocean PkyBrooklyn, NY 11218
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288 Clinton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

288 Clinton St

288 Clinton StBrooklyn, NY 11201
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564 atlantic ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

564 atlantic ave

564 Atlantic AveBrooklyn, NY 11217
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537 Clinton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

537 Clinton St

537 Clinton StBrooklyn, NY 11231
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723 5th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

723 5th St

723 5th StBrooklyn, NY 11218
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430 13th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

430 13th St

430 13th StBrooklyn, NY 11215
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New York's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about New York and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Joshua Carlucci

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5422 4th Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

5422 4th Avenue

5422 4th AveBrooklyn, NY 11220
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102  Albemarle Rd
Studio Apartments

102 Albemarle Rd

102-112 Albemarle RdBrooklyn, NY 11218
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Southwest Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Brooklyn Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
38 6th AveStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,121

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Brooklyn, NY

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Brooklyn area is the $2.54 price per square foot 226 Bay 13th St Model at 226 Bay 13th St, Unit 3 in the in the Bensonhurst neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Southwest Brooklyn apartment is the 451 82nd St Model at 451 82nd St, Unit 1 starting at $3,500 with a $2.69 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
226 Bay 13th St, Unit 3226 Bay 13th St3BR,2BA$2.54
451 82nd St, Unit 1451 82nd St3BR,1BA$2.69
55 Highlawn Ave, Unit 155 Highlawn Ave3BR,1BA$2.46
460 Bay Ridge Ave, Unit 3460 Bay Ridge Ave3BR,1BA$2.58
1855 74th St, Unit 11855 74th St3BR,1BA$2.61
6825 7th Ave, Unit 26825 7th Ave3BR,1BA$2.64
318 58th St, Unit 4318 58th St2BR,1BA$2.20
8923 Shore Rd, Unit B7068923 Shore Rd1BR,1BA$2.75
464 42nd St, Unit 1st464 42nd St2BR,1BA$2.40
354 Butler St, Unit New354 Butler StStudio ,1BA$2.11

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY

Ranked #91

Among neighborhoods in Brooklyn, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 $2,121.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Brooklyn?

The cheapest apartment in Southwest Brooklyn is 635 4th Avenue which is listed at $3,552, while the average apartment in Southwest Brooklyn costs $15,750.

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 3 regular apartments in Southwest Brooklyn that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.