Brooklyn is a popular borough for renters who seek large units, amenities, and proximity to hot spots across the city. Renters can consider Brooklyn listings in April 2025 to find neighborhoods with unique communities with units below Manhattan’s pricing.
This month, the average rent for a New York City apartment increased to $4,308. With spring underway, there are more opportunities for renters to find appealing apartments throughout the borough. However, prices will also increase now through the end of the busy season, so prospective tenants must carefully consider their options. The following Brooklyn apartments under $2,500 in April 2025 offer stainless steel appliances, private outdoor space, and in-unit laundry.
Best Deals in Brooklyn in April 2025
1. 96 East 32nd Street #1
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Price: $2,500 Size: 2 Bed, Flex 3, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 23.69% Roommates and small families can tour this two-bedroom apartment that can flex into three beds. The unit features a spacious living room with multiple windows that receive plenty of natural light. In the kitchen, renters will appreciate access to their in-unit washer and dryer, along with black appliances and white cabinets. Each bedroom offers plenty of room and closet space. Outside renters can access the backyard, and the unit includes a private door. Tenants will live on a quiet block that is only four minutes from the 2 and 5 trains. |
2. 253 Cumberland Street #206
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Price: $2,250 Size: Studio, Shared Bath Percentage Below: 35.71% This classic studio apartment features high ceilings, hardwood floors, and molding details throughout the living space. The living area includes a small kitchenette with a fridge, stove, and a couple of cabinets. Renters have enough space to add a dining table or additional storage as needed. The rental price includes heat and hot water, and tenants will live in a cat-friendly building with an elevator and laundry room. The building sits four minutes away from the G, A, and C trains. |
3. 9116 3rd Avenue #3R
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Price: $2,150 Size: 1 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 6.32% This bright and welcoming one-bedroom apartment is an enticing option for a renter in April 2025. Tenants will enter the unit to walk down a short hallway with kitchen access to the right. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and white cabinets and also faces the living room. Throughout the apartment, renters will appreciate plenty of windows and spacious rooms. The unit resides in a building that is only five minutes away from the R train. |
4. 1269 Herkimer Street #3B
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Price: $2,350 Size: 2 Bed, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 18.97% Renters looking for a two-bedroom apartment can consider this renovated unit with modern fixtures. Tenants will enter directly into the open-concept kitchen and living area, complete with stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and split A/C units. Each bedroom sits off the living space and receives plenty of natural light. Renters can also access outdoor space with this apartment, which is complete with patio furniture and tucked away from the street. This unit does not have a broker fee, and renters will live three minutes from the A and C trains.
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5. 1042 President Street #8E
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Price: $2,450 Size: Studio, 1 Bath Percentage Below: 9.75% Prospective studio tenants can consider this modern unit in an elevator building. The living space includes central air conditioning and large windows that welcome natural light. In the kitchen area, tenants will appreciate the stainless steel appliances and numerous cabinets. The unit offers numerous amenities, including recessed lighting and a private outdoor balcony. Throughout the building, tenants can explore the fitness center, common outdoor space, and laundry room. This elevator building also has a doorman and is four minutes from the 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains. |
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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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