Brooklyn is a popular borough for renters who seek large units, amenities, and proximity to hot spots across the city. Renters can consider cheap studio apartments in Brooklyn in September 2025 to find neighborhoods with unique communities with units below Manhattan’s pricing.
This month, the average rent for a New York City apartment has finally decreased to $4,645. Even with summer behind us, renters must still stay vigilant if they want to find a cost-effective apartment. There are numerous options this time of year, but also stronger competition than in the winter months. The following cheap studio apartments in Brooklyn under $2,500 in September 2025 offer in-building laundry, modern appliances, roof deck, and loft spaces.
Best Deals in Brooklyn in September 2025
1. 235 Malcolm X Blvd #1R
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Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant
Price: $2,500
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 9.09%
Prospective tenants won’t want to miss out on this gut renovated studio unit in Bedford-Stuyvesant. The unit featured a cozy lofted sleeping alcove along with an open kitchen with marble countertops and stainless steel appliances. The studio comes with split systems for heating and cooling and there is plenty of storage space in the form of two closets.
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2. 280 Crown Street #5
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Neighborhood: Crown Heights
Price: $2,150
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
This next studio unit is all about convenience. Located in an elevator building, the unit is just steps away from the 2, 3, and 5 subway train. The building also has a live-in super and the unit itself comes with heat and water included.
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3. Eastern Parkway #3M
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Neighborhood: Crown Heights
Price: $2,450
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 15.15%
Our next studio apartment is also located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The landlord of this unit is currently offering one-month free, meaning the unit will only be $2,246 per month. The unit features an open kitchen, exposed brick walls, high ceilings, and in-building laundry facilities.
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4. Marcy and Gates Avenue #5
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Neighborhood: Bedford-Stuyvesant
Price: $2,300
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 16.36%
Have you dreamed of living in a penthouse? Check out this next Bedford-Stuyvesant penthouse studio unit. It comes with an amazing rood deck with a view of the gorgeous Manhattan skyline. Located close by is the A, C, and G subway train lines.
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5. 1143 Dekalb Avenue #4G
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Neighborhood: Bushwick
Price: $2,450
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below: 4.85%
Last but not least, don’t miss out on this great rent stabilized studio unit in Bushwick. This modern studio comes with an open kitchen, community roof deck, off street parking for a fee, elevator access, and in-building laundry facilities.
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Released on a monthly basis, the RentHop Best Deal series aims to provide renters with useful market insights and a chance to identify rental gems currently available on the market. These listings are hand-selected by the team at RentHop based on a few factors, including layout, apartment size, features, and, more importantly, price.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain Brooklyn listings may receive applications and be taken off the market within days. If you are interested in scheduling a showing or have further questions, please make sure to submit an inquiry via the inquiry submission form located on the listing page.
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