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Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Williamsburg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Williamsburg area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 93-99 Commercial St priced from $3,100. The Bellslip has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,401. Here are the most affordable Williamsburg apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
93-99 Commercial StStudioStudio,1BA$3,100
The BellslipSBStudio,1BA$3,401
2-21 Malt DriveApartment 463Studio,1BA$3,640
West WharfStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$3,857
Eagle and WestSYStudio,1BA$3,930
470 Manhattan1 Bedroom - O Line1BR,1BA$4,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Williamsburg, NY

As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Williamsburg area is the $6.25 price per square foot Studio, 1 bath Model at 349-351 Kent Ave in the in the South Williamsburg neighborhood starting from $12,500. The second greatest value Williamsburg apartment is the 283 S 2nd St Model at 283 S 2nd St, Unit 1 starting at $6,495 with a $6.50 price per square foot in the South Williamsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Williamsburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
349-351 Kent AveStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$6.25
283 S 2nd St, Unit 1283 S 2nd St3BR,2BA$6.50
17 Jefferson St, Unit 217 Jefferson St2BR,1BA$3.30
231 Jackson St, Unit 3231 Jackson St4BR,3BA$7.00
193 Withers St, Unit 2193 Withers St3BR,2BA$7.20
191 Huron, LLC1/11BR,1BA$5.06
200 N 4th St, Unit 2200 N 4th St2BR,2BA$7.00
167 Hopkins St, Unit 2167 Hopkins St2BR,1BA$4.11
Eleven33Residence A1BR,1BA$6.90
122 India St, Unit 2B122 India StStudio ,1BA$4.65

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Williamsburg

What type of rentals are currently available in Williamsburg?

There are currently 4519 Apartments for Rent in Williamsburg, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,860 to $18,150. There are also 346 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Williamsburg ranging from $1,220 to $7,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Williamsburg?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Williamsburg ranges from $1,220 to $7,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,636.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Williamsburg?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Williamsburg range from $2,900 to $10,887, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,220 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,500.

Expert Rental Resources

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