Is a 1-bedroom or studio apartment a better value in Brooklyn?

In Brooklyn, 1-bedrooms average $2,789/mo versus $3,538/mo for a studio. For solo renters on a tight budget, compare both filters on Rentler before applying. If you work from home or spend significant time in your apartment, the extra separation of a larger unit may be worth the difference.

Are 1-bedroom apartments in Brooklyn pet-friendly?

Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.

Can I find furnished 1-bedrooms in Brooklyn, NY?

Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in Brooklyn but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.

How much should I earn to rent a 1-bedroom in Brooklyn?

Most landlords in Brooklyn require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at Brooklyn's current average of $2,789/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.

1-Bedroom Rentals in Brooklyn, NY – Page 269

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$1,480

1 bed1 bath350 sqftOther

1901 N 80th St 3, Seattle, WA, 98103

$1,390

1 bed0 baths350 sqftOther

2401 Boylston Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98112

$2,400

1 bed1 bathMultiplex

7 Slocum Ave 1, Yonkers, NY, 10708

$825

1 bed1 bathMultiplex

840 Steves Ave 840, San Antonio, TX, 78210

$1,450

1 bed1 bath602 sqftApartment

1616 W Bender Rd 221, Glendale, WI, 53209

$1,750

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35 Kensington Ave C4, Jersey City, NJ, 07304

$1,300

1 bed1 bath500 sqftMultiplex

2554 Main St, Bridgeport, CT, 06606

$850

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

4217 Moravia Road Baltimore, MD 21206, Baltimore, MD, 21218

$1,400

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180 Earle Street C4, Hartford, CT, 06120

$1,450

1 bed1 bath650 sqftApartment

227 N Oraton Pkwy, East Orange, NJ, 07017

$868

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

1073 S GRANT AVE 302, SPRINGFIED, MO, 65806

$850

1 bed1 bathMultiplex

431 W Pleasant St 431 upper west pleasant, Portage, WI, 53901

$850

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

519 Sylvan Way Room 1, Pasadena, MD, 21122

$1,100

1 bed1 bathMultiplex

5604 Bjelde Lane 3, Monona, WI, 53716

$850

1 bed1 bath600 sqftApartment

5900 Erica Ct, Dayton, OH, 45414

$2,700

1 bed1 bath797 sqftCondo

4945 Washington St 104, West Roxbury, MA, 02132

$1,800

1 bed1 bath800 sqftMultiplex

395 Berwick Street 3rd Floor, Orange, NJ, 07050

$800

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2376 E Market St, Akron, OH, 44312

$2,400

1 bed1 bath500 sqftApartment

486 Market St, , NJ Unit 103, Newark, NJ, 07105

$1,750

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3405 Hamilton Ave, Hapeville, GA, 30354

$1,395

1 bed1 bath580 sqftApartment

179 Isabella Ave Unit 3, Irvington, NJ, 07111

$1,450

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521 South 16th St Unit 3, Newark, NJ, 07103

$1,550

1 bed1 bath640 sqftMultiplex

112 Burt St 1, Syracuse, NY, 13202

$1,200

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1007 Broadway St C, New Orleans, LA, 70118

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What to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Brooklyn, NY

A 1-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in Brooklyn, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in Brooklyn also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable Brooklyn neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.