Average Rent in Brooklyn, NY (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Brooklyn, NY is $2,833/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 37 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +5.4% year over year. Rents range from $2,260 to $3,990.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$2,833/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 37 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +5.4%
Source: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Brooklyn, NY is $2,833/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 37 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 5.4% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Brooklyn is 137% above the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Brooklyn, NY ranges from $2,260 to $3,990 across 37 ZIP codes.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in Brooklyn, NY is approximately 5.4% for 2026. An increase above 5.4% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
How much is rent in Brooklyn, NY?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Brooklyn, NY is $2,833/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 37 ZIP codes. Rents range from $2,260 to $3,990 depending on neighborhood — a $1,730/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $113,320/year.
Is rent going up in Brooklyn?
Rents in Brooklyn have increased 5.4% year over year based on local market data. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Brooklyn.
What is a fair rent increase in Brooklyn?
Based on local market data, a rent increase around 5.4% is in line with the Brooklyn market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Note: New York City has rent increase protections — the cap is generally Set annually by Rent Guidelines Board (RGB). Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
Rent Trends in Brooklyn
+5.4%
Rents in Brooklyn are rising at +5.4% year-over-year.
− Estimated trend
Market sources range from +1.9% to +15.2%
Why the range? Zillow ZORI tracks what landlords are asking for units (+7.5%), while Apartment List tracks what renters actually sign leases at (+1.9%).Landlords are asking more than renters are paying — this suggests renters may have negotiating leverage in Brooklyn right now.
Sources: Apartment List, Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
What Should Rent Cost in Brooklyn?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Brooklyn typically rents for $2,701 – $2,917.
Rents above $3,355 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Brooklyn typically rents for $2,833 – $3,060.
Rents above $3,519 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Brooklyn typically rents for $3,109 – $3,358.
Rents above $3,862 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Brooklyn typically rents for $3,892 – $4,203.
Rents above $4,833 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Brooklyn typically rents for $4,227 – $4,565.
Rents above $5,250 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Brooklyn
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$2,701
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$2,833
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$3,109
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$3,892
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$4,227
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Brooklyn
Click any zip code for detailed rent data including zip-specific SAFMR rates, nearby comparables, and a free rent increase check.
Showing top 20 of 37 zip codes.
SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
How Does Brooklyn Compare?
Questions about rent in Brooklyn
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Brooklyn, NY?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Brooklyn, NY is $2,833/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 37 ZIP codes in the city. This is 137% above the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $2,260 to $3,990 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Brooklyn?
A rent increase up to about 5.4% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Brooklyn. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $2,833/month.
Are rents going up or down in Brooklyn?
Rents in Brooklyn have increased 5.4% year over year based on local market data. This reflects local market conditions across 37 ZIP codes in the New York, NY HUD Metro FMR Area area.
How much do rents vary across Brooklyn?
1-bedroom rents across Brooklyn range from $2,260 to $3,990 on this page, a $1,730/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Brooklyn?
In Brooklyn, rent increases are regulated under New York City protections. The maximum increase is generally Set annually by Rent Guidelines Board (RGB). Landlords must also follow applicable state notice requirements before issuing a rent increase.
How much should I spend on rent in Brooklyn?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Brooklyn at $2,833/month, a household would need approximately $113,320/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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