
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Brighton Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY from $1,000 (198 Rentals)
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The Bay

35 Seacoast Terrace

313-323 Brightwater Ct

1311 Brightwater Ave

2955 Shell Rd

Bayshore Gardens

2514-2531 E 7th St

2610 Ocean Pky

Contello Towers
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2685 Homecrest Ave

Brightwater Towers

2580 Ocean Pky

611 Banner Ave

2620 E 13th St

Trump Village

Contello Towers III

2555 E 12th St

2931 Brighton 5Th St

2675 E 7th St
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Atlantic Towers

The Brighton Tower

3100 Brighton 3Rd St

Luna Park

40 Brighton 1st Rd

Harway Terrace

100-150 Oceana Dr W

302 Brighton Beach Ave

719-727 Ocean View Ave

Brighton Beach 2bdrm/2bath condo for rent
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1120 Brighton Beach Avenue

3111 Brighton 2nd St

3101 Ocean Pky

2414-2418 W 1st St

Trump Village VII

3260 Coney Island Ave

The Brighton House

2727 Ocean Pky

2955 Brighton 4th St

3130 Brighton 6th Street
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Waterview Towers I and II

8895 26th Ave

2805-2809 Ocean Pky

2828 W 16th St

3425 Guider Ave

Mixed Use Multi-FAM

3145 Brighton 4th St

Cinderella Hall

601 Brightwater Ct

2620 Ocean Pky
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West Brighton, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Brighton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Brighton Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| West Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,030 | $1,750 | $3,650 |
| West Brighton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,902 | $2,550 | $4,800 |
| West Brighton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,341 | $5,125 | $5,600 |
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There are currently 198 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Brighton Neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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Cheapest Available West Brighton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Brighton area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Shorecrest Towers priced from $2,800. 1515 Surf has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,885. Here are the most affordable West Brighton apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorecrest Towers | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| 1515 Surf | A010 | 1BR,1BA | $2,885 |
| Sky Three | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,275 |
| The Bay | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,386 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Brighton, NY
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Brighton area is the $4.10 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at The Bay in the in the Gravesend neighborhood starting from $3,386. The second greatest value West Brighton apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Shorecrest Towers starting at $2,800 with a $3.39 price per square foot in the Gravesend neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| Shorecrest Towers | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Sky Three | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| 1515 Surf | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Brighton, Brooklyn, NY
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Brighton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Brighton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Brighton Apartment is $2,800 at Shorecrest Towers.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Brighton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Brighton is starting from $3,386 at The Bay.
What is the most affordable West Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sky Three and starts from $5,100.
Expert Rental Resources
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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