New York City boasts an expensive rental market. Thankfully, Brooklyn offers affordable options remaining for renters who want to be close by to Manhattan but still far enough from the hustle and bustle of the city. Countless restaurants and gorgeous parks (McCarren Park and Prospect Park, to name a few) certainly bolster this borough’s appeal. If you want quick access to the many perks NYC has to offer without breaking the bank, peruse the list below for some of the best Brooklyn listings at $3,500 and below in December.
Brooklyn Listings for $3,500 and Below in December
1. 97 Himrod Street Unit 1A
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Neighborhood: Bushwick
Price: $3,500
Size: 4 Beds, 2 Baths
Percentage Below Median: 17.16%
We’ll start off our list of units at $3,500 and below this month with this true four-bedroom apartment. The unit is located in a brand new building and residents will have access to a private backyard, laundry, and gym in the building, plus a roof deck. The building is located right in between three different subway stations, specifically the Knickerbocker Avenue, Kosciuszko Street, and Central Avenue stops.
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2. 57 Thames Street Unit 2R
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Neighborhood: Williamsburg
Price: $2,275
Size: Studio, 1 Bath
Percentage Below Median: 9.00%
Next up, check out this listing located in a unique 100-year-old building that used to be a textile manufacturing facility. The building has a beautiful common rooftop space with plants and furniture, so you can enjoy your time off, soaking up some sun. Building management is looking for like-minded individuals to live in the building, so you may even end up meeting some new friends! This is one of the gorgeous units at $3,500 and below in December.
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3. 219 57th Street
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Neighborhood: Sunset Park
Price: $2,250
Size: 3 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below Median: 2.17%
Those looking for more space will want to check out this listing. The unit features three true bedrooms which could be used instead as home offices/workout space. The unit features newly renovated pine floors and a gorgeous exposed brick fireplace. The unit itself is located on the second floor, so there is more privacy for its occupants.
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4. 133 Thames Street Unit 3R
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Neighborhood: Williamsburg
Price: $1,650
Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Percentage Below Median: 35.29%
This railroad-style two-bedroom apartment is great for those looking for an extra bedroom to convert into an office space. You’ll be renting directly from the current tenant of the unit and the space can come furnished or not! Note: The current tenant is looking for someone who can be sure to take care of their plants while they are gone!
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5. 1704 East 15th Street Unit C7
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Neighborhood: Sheepshead Bay
Price: $1,648
Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Percentage Below Median: 15.49%
Last but not least of the units at $3,500 and below in December, find time to schedule a visit to see this one-bed, one-bath listing located in Sheepshead Bay. The unit features gorgeous hardwood flooring and laundry in building. Location-wise, this listing can’t be beat. It’s right by the Kings Hwy B,Q subway stop, and Target and T.J. Maxx are just around the corner as well!
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Methodology
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 — such listings will be on average 10% – 30% below the median asking price of other similar-sized listings in the same neighborhood.
Note that, given the fast-paced nature of the rental market in New York, certain listings may receive applications and be taken off within days on market. 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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Editor’s Note: We updated this article to enhance readability.





