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$3,447/mo Brooklyn, NY average rental price, April 2025

The average monthly rent of apartments in Brooklyn, NY is $3,447.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,736, the average rent in Brooklyn, NY is $3,447.

Getting around in Brooklyn, NY

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Rider's Paradise

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Bikeable

Walk Score®: 88, Transit Score®: 98, Bike Score®: 68

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Brooklyn, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in Brooklyn, NY were last updated on 12 May 2025.

What are the best apartments in Brooklyn, NY?

The best apartments in Brooklyn, NY are: 544 Union, 568 Union, 461 Dean, 1515 Surf and Dean Street.

What is the average rent in Brooklyn, NY?

The average rent in Brooklyn, NY is $3,571.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Brooklyn, NY?

The price range for a studio apartment in Brooklyn, NY is between $350 and $9,491.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, NY?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, NY is between $350 and $5,550.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, NY?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, NY is between $1,800 and $7,500.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, NY?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn, NY is between $2,000 and $10,000.

What type of rental buildings are in Brooklyn, NY?

In Brooklyn, 70% of the residents are renting compared to 30% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 27% of Brooklyn’s rentals, 71% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 1% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Brooklyn, NY?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Brooklyn are about 59 years old, on average. Of these, 18% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 13 stories. About 12% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 73% are mid-rises, and 44% are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in Brooklyn, NY?

Rental apartments in Brooklyn come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 5% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 13% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 6% of all rentals in Brooklyn. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Brooklyn, NY in the news

2024 Year-End Report: Miami’s Competitiveness Wanes With Suburban Chicago and Milwaukee Closing In

Brooklyn, NY, shines as the 12th hottest renting spot in the U.S. and sixth in the Northeast with its RCI score climbing from 75.1 in 2023 to 80.6 this year.

Chicagoland Matches Miami for Hottest Rental Market, Fueled by Rise of the Midwest

Brooklyn, NY, saw a significant 10.3-point increase to bring its RCI score to a whopping 82 this busy summer.

How Much Apartment Space Does $1,500 Get You in 200 U.S. Cities?

In Brooklyn, that same monthly budget gets renters 300 square feet, which could be the equivalent of a really tight studio.

Chicago, Silicon Valley Challenge Miami as Hottest Rental Markets

Brooklyn, NY, (where hipsturbia was born) secured the 14th spot among the nation’s hottest rental markets at the start of the moving season.

America's Hottest Rental Markets at the Start of 2024: Miami Holds Leading Spot

Ranked 12th nationwide and third in the Northeast, Brooklyn, NY, (RCI score 80.5) is a competitive rental market, especially for those who love the thrill of New York City but who are also in search of better housing options.

2023 Year-End Report: Miami Tops U.S. Hottest Markets, but the Midwest Heats Up the Competition

Of course, despite a marked increase in new apartments, finding an apartment for rent in Brooklyn, NY (#9 with an RCI score of 98) was anything but easy — sometimes not even for deep-pocketed renters moving in from across the East River.

Competition for Apartments Intensifies in Midwest This Rental Season, but Miami Holds Onto 1st Place

Coming in 11th nationwide, Brooklyn, NY, is a hot renting spot as it offers more affordable housing than Manhattan as well as convenience and amenities. The borough’s supply of apartments is far from keeping up with demand. Here, a vacant apartment is filled within 38 days, with nine people competing for it.

America’s Construction Boom: 1 Million Units Built in 3 Years, Another Million to Be Added Until 2025

New York is America’s #1 builder in 2023, with no less than 33,000 new rental units set to come online by the end of the year. Almost one-third of the apartments that will be added throughout the metro will be located in Brooklyn (9,825 units), while 4,430 rentals will open in Queens and 3,770 rentals will be completed in Manhattan.

Miami Is Nation’s Hottest Renting Spot as Florida Shines Again This Rental Season

Brooklyn is the ninth hottest rental market in the U.S. But, with no new units completed recently, 61.5% of apartment dwellers renewed their leases and only 4% of the apartments here are available for renters. Therefore, it takes 43 days for a vacant unit to become occupied and there are 12 prospective renters competing for each unit.

Living in Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn, one of New York City’s five borrows, is known for its vibrant lifestyle, spacious parks, trendy neighborhoods and big-city amenities. Brooklyn has a humid subtropical climate, with plenty of precipitation and cloudy days. Temperatures vary from 28°F to 84°F year-round, although they rarely drop below 15°F or go above 91°F. With its rich cultural and arts scene, plenty of rooftop spots for dining and partying and beautifully landscaped parks, Brooklyn draws in renters of all ages and backgrounds that contribute to the city’s diversity.

Renting in Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn’s affordable and trendy neighborhoods cater to all budgets and lifestyles. Cobble Hill, Park Slope and Carroll Gardens are family-friendly neighborhoods with quaint streets and expansive mansions. Living here gives renters access to high-ranking schools, parks and transit options. North Brooklyn is very popular among renters due to its proximity to Manhattan. Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Downtown, Gowanus and Williamsburg are the hip areas of Brooklyn, so rents tend to be higher here. These neighborhoods typically have high-rise apartment buildings near shopping, restaurants, bars and nightlife venues. For renters who are on a budget, Bushwick, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights and Bedford–Stuyvesant have more affordable rental options. These neighborhoods have a mix of apartment communities, Victorian-style homes, vintage townhouses and pre-war buildings. Renters will likely be required to pay an application fee when applying for rent in Brooklyn and renter’s insurance is mandatory. A security deposit may be required before signing the lease and renters usually pay for utilities.

Shopping in Brooklyn, NY

There are plenty of shopping opportunities for Brooklyn renters. Gateway Center, Kings Plaza, and Atlantic Terminal Mall are the largest malls in the borough, home to almost every popular clothing, jewelry and food chain. City Point BKLYN, Canarsie Plaza, Liberty View Industrial Plaza and Caesar’s Bay Shopping Center are some of the smaller malls in the area. Grocery shopping and home goods are provided by chains like Wegmans, Target, Whole Foods Market and Costco, as well as local grocery like ShopRite and Foodtown. Brooklyn is also home to local stores selling vintage and custom-made goods, clothing boutiques, specialty and craft stores.

Transportation in Brooklyn, NY

Interstate 278 and New York State Route 27 run through Brooklyn and connect it to other New York City boroughs. In addition, several bridges provide easy access to Manhattan, Queens and other boroughs. Owning a car is optional in Brooklyn due to the highly developed public transportation system and walking or cycling infrastructure. The New York City Subway and the Franklin Avenue Shuttle provide subway services in every neighborhood throughout the city and connect it to other boroughs. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) also offers several express and regular bus routes in and out of Brooklyn. Local taxis and ridesharing services like Uber, Lyft and Juno are also available for renters who favor convenience. Ferry transportation is provided by NYC Ferry, NY Waterway and SeaStreak. The nearest airport providing passenger flights in and out of Brooklyn is the John F. Kennedy International Airport, located 12 miles away. Other nearby airports include LaGuardia Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport.

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