
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Brooklyn Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $700 (88 Rentals)
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1726 78th St

371 95th St

BAY 22 STREET, Unit D3

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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 | $3,584 | $2,000 | $5,346 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,732 | $1,425 | $8,267 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,877 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Southwest Brooklyn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,209 | $2,650 | $8,930 |
| Southwest Brooklyn 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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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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Cheapest Available Southwest Brooklyn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Brooklyn area of Brooklyn, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 371 95th St priced from $1,650. Baltic House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,085. Here are the most affordable Southwest Brooklyn apartments for rent in Brooklyn, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 371 95th St | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Baltic House | Studio - balcony | Studio,1BA | $3,085 |
| Westmark | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,231 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Brooklyn, NY
As of May 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Brooklyn area is the $2.13 price per square foot 1329 74th St Model at 1329 74th St, Unit 2nd Floor in the in the Bensonhurst neighborhood starting from $3,200. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1329 74th St, Unit 2nd Floor | 1329 74th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 121 8th Ave. | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| 8020 5th Ave, Unit Spacious3bedroominBayRidge,Brooklyn | 8020 5th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 202 Marine Ave | 202 Marine Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 1168 63rd St, Unit 1A | 1168 63rd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.50 |
| 371 95th St | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 138 9th St, Unit Two bedroom apartment | 138 9th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 53 6th Ave, Unit 3 | 53 6th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| 420 Carroll | Residence E20 Floors 3-5 | 1BR,1BA | $6.78 |
| 461 Dean | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $7.25 |
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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 Baltic House listed at $3,085.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Brooklyn Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Brooklyn Apartment is $1,650 at 371 95th St.
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.
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