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

In Brooklyn, 1-bedrooms average $2,755/mo versus $3,362/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 $2,755/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 287

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$2,415

1 bed1 bathApartment

509 N State St 3504, Chicago, IL, 60611

$2,250

1 bed1 bathApartment

617 N Wells St 1003, Chicago, IL, 60654

$1,325

1 bed1 bath750 sqftApartment

1375 Everett Court 304, Lakewood, CO, 80215

$1,240

1 bed1 bath500 sqftApartment

7300 Cedarpost rd A1, liverpool, NY, 13088

$800

1 bed1 bath700 sqftApartment

1014 E 23rd St 1, Bryan, TX, 77803

$1,200

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

2032 rt 22a, Vergenned, VT, 05491

$850

1 bed1 bathTownhome

148 N East ave, Baltimore, MD, 21224

$1,200

1 bed1 bath350 sqftApartment

18 Summit St, East Orange, NJ, 07017

$950

1 bed1 bath630 sqftApartment

4601 packard dr. J164, nashville, TN, 37211

$200

1 bed1 bath15 sqftApartment

121 ceneral Arnold Rd NE, Albuquerque, MN, 87123

$1,780

1 bed1 bath700 sqftApartment

5750 Abbey Dr. 5750-2C, Lisle, IL, 60532

$850

1 bed1 bath650 sqftApartment

2534 Noble RD 3, Cleveland heights, OH, 44121

$1,300

1 bed1 bathApartment

810 Saint Paul Street 204, Baltimore, MD, 21202

$795

1 bed1 bathOther

8811 DUNES CT 108-D, KISSIMMEE, FL, 34747

$975

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

559 Myrtle Ave. 1st Floor, Albany, NY, 12208

$1,450

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

920 E Colter Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85014

$1,750

1 bed1 bathMultiplex

1314 Downing Place NE 1, Washington, DC, 20018

$1,050

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

526 W 49th St Los Angeles, CA 90037, Los Angeles, CA, 90037

$750

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

5001 Palmer ave Baltimore, MD 21215, Baltimore, MD, 21215

$1,500

1 bed1 bath400 sqftCondo

6125 Harbourside Dr, New Bern, NC, 28560

$2,000

1 bed1 bathMultiplex

923 Pleasant Ave 1, Bremerton, WA, 98337

$800

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

310 Burland St, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950

$1,900

1 bed1 bath1,000 sqftCondo

20 Chester St 2, Watertown, MA, 02472

$550

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

19510 Gaynon, Clinton Twp, MI, 48035

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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.