
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $700 (88 Rentals)
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Sunset Park, Unit D

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354 Butler St, Unit Room

875-843 43rd St

Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Sunset Park, Unit D

Modern ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 1

Tranquil ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 1

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Exquisite ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 2

Spacious ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3
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Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 3

Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1

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Great Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Tranquil ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 2

Spacious ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 1

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Room in Shared 5 bed/2 bath home in Sunset Park, Unit F

Stylish Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1

Stylish Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2
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Prime Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1

Prime Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Exquisite ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3

Tranquil ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3

Modern ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 3

Nice Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 2

Nice Private ROOM in Kensington, Unit 1

Spacious ROOM at The Kensington House, Unit 2

427 E 3rd St

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427 E 3rd St, Unit Garden
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Room in Shared 4 bed/1 bath home in Sunset Park, Unit B

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99 Bay 29th St

2035 Bay Ridge Pkwy

231 94th St

1272 72nd St

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521 82nd street

6815 Owls Head Ct

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1045 65th St

421 Degraw St

363 Ocean Parkway

565 85th St

1365 West 7th Street

1329 50th St

8797 25th Ave
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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 | $3,010 | $1,800 | $4,090 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $1,350 | $5,900 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,227 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,201 | $2,700 | $7,900 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,966 | $3,500 | $6,900 |
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There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Brooklyn, NY
As of September 26, 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 Prospect Heights neighborhood starting from $6,767. The second greatest value Southwest Brooklyn apartment is the 8020 5th Ave Model at 8020 5th Ave, Unit Spacious3bedroominBayRidge,Brooklyn in the Dyker Heights neighborhood starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot. 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 |
| 8020 5th Ave, Unit Spacious3bedroominBayRidge,Brooklyn | 8020 5th Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $2.67 |
| 1769 Dahill Rd, Unit 2nd Floor | 1769 Dahill Rd | 3BR, 1BA | $2.92 |
| 1723 Shore Pky, Unit 3 | 1723 Shore Pky | 3BR, 1.5BA | $2.75 |
| 114 Avenue N, Unit Apt #2 | 114 Avenue N | 3BR, 1BA | $2.55 |
| 595 3rd Ave, Unit 595 3rd Avenue | 595 3rd Ave | 1BR, 2BA | $3.20 |
| 354 Butler St, Unit Room | 354 Butler St | 1BR, 1BA | $1.58 |
| 314 Greenwood Ave, Unit 2 | 314 Greenwood Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $5.00 |
| 589 E 2nd St, Unit 3 | 589 E 2nd St | 1BR, 1BA | $3.47 |
| 391 8th St, Unit Garden apartment | 391 8th St | 1BR, 1BA | $5.56 |
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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 461 Dean listed at $3,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Brooklyn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Brooklyn Apartment is $3,500 at 22 Caton Place.
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 $4,560 at 224 3rd Ave.
What is the most affordable Southwest Brooklyn Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Brooklyn Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 224 3rd Ave and starts from $7,125.
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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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