Brooklyn is a popular borough for renters who seek large units, amenities, and proximity to hot spots across the city. Renters can consider listings in Brooklyn in October 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 $4,600. 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 listings in Brooklyn under $2,500 in October of 2025 offer in-building laundry, stainless steel kitchen appliances, and more.
Best Listings in Brooklyn in October 2025
1. 390 Rugby Road #1L
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Price: $2,400 Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 33.31% First up, we have this large two bedroom coop apartment in Flatbush. The building has elevator access but the apartment is specifically located on the 1st floor of the building. Super convenient and accessible. Pets are welcome! |
2. 155 Newel Street #2
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Price: $2,300 Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 50.54% Next on our list this month, is this bright and airy Greenpoint one bedroom apartment. This unit comes with modern stainless steel appliances, beautiful hardwood floors, and the landlord is covering heat and hot water. The location of the apartment can’t be beat. It’s in close proximity to plenty of public transportation, making your commute extremely convenient! |
3. 403 Hancock Street
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Price: $2,295 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 11.63% This gorgeous looking studio apartment is located in the heart of Bedford-Stuyvesant on the third floor of a walk-up building. The unit was recently renovated and is flooded with natural sunlight, 12 feet high ceilings, and hardwood flooring throughout. All utilities are included which is a huge plus. |
4. 42 Hicks Street #BA0
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Price: $2,300 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 31.34% Don’t miss out on this basement level studio apartment located in a brownstone in Brooklyn Heights. Prospective tenants will be happy to learn that there is laundry in the building. The apartment is located close by to the Brooklyn Bridge Park and the Brooklyn Promenade. |
5. 1928 Pacific Street #3F
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Price: $2,500 Size: 2 Beds, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 37.50% The last apartment on our list is this newly renovated two bedroom apartment located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Prospective tenants can enjoy the stainless steel appliances in the kitchen, a deep soaking tub in the bathroom, and a large living room with plenty of natural light. |
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.
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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