New York City
Brooklyn
Downtown Brooklyn
Rooms for Rent in Downtown Brooklyn
9
active rooms:
$2,782 avg rent
91
active renters:
$1,779 avg budget
23
reviews:
OVERALL:
4.6
FOOD:
4.6
TRANSPORTATION:
4.9
WALKABLE:
4.9
NIGHTLIFE:
4.2
VALUE:
4.8
Downtown Brooklyn, in short, is a civic and commercial center with really chill nightlife and amazing transportation. You can easily get to and from work or school, attend events at the MetroTech Commons, see an old movie at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, or have a pint at O’Keefe’s...
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Neighborhood Reviews for Downtown Brooklyn:
See honest reviews of what it's like to live in Downtown Brooklyn
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Briana
Brooklyn
Williamsburg BK is the place to be right now!
OVERALL:
4.2
FOOD:
5
NIGHTLIFE:
5
WALKABLE
4
TRANSP:
4
VALUE:
3
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Tony
Brooklyn
Nightlife is the best
OVERALL:
5
FOOD:
5
NIGHTLIFE:
5
WALKABLE
5
TRANSP:
5
VALUE:
5
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Siseko
Near Dumbo, close to all transportation and east access to Manhattan as needed
OVERALL:
4.8
FOOD:
5
NIGHTLIFE:
5
WALKABLE
4
TRANSP:
5
VALUE:
5
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Mayuree
Living at 88 Livingston Street places you right on the boundary of Brooklyn Heights and Downtown Brooklyn, offering the best of both neighborhoods. Enjoy the historic charm and scenic views of Brooklyn Heights, with its beautiful brownstones and the stunning Brooklyn Heights Promenade. At the same time, benefit from the urban conveniences of Downtown...
OVERALL:
5
FOOD:
5
NIGHTLIFE:
5
WALKABLE
5
TRANSP:
5
VALUE:
5
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Amy
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Less than a minute walk to the Jay Street Metro Tech A, C, F, 2, 4, 5, G, R, Q. Next to several restaurants, bars, retail stores and restaurants. Included but not limited to Dekalb Market, Trader Joes, Wholefoods, Barclays, DUMBO, Gage & Tollner, Equinox, Rumble, Sweetgreen, CHOPT, Burger King, Subway, Panda Express, Macy's, H&M- the list goes on!
OVERALL:
4.6
FOOD:
5
NIGHTLIFE:
3
WALKABLE
5
TRANSP:
5
VALUE:
5
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Zeshaan
I've live in the neighborhood for more than 15 years and will never leave! There is nothing like Downtown Brooklyn aka Manhattan Adjacent - it has a great suburan/urban residential feel to it that you'll fall in love with . And if you're thinking of moving here, I can assist, as your neighborhood guide and licensed real estate agent.
OVERALL:
4.6
FOOD:
5
NIGHTLIFE:
3
WALKABLE
5
TRANSP:
5
VALUE:
5
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Guide to living in Downtown Brooklyn:
We've done the research... now it's up to you to decide if Downtown Brooklyn is right for you!
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Things To Do In Brooklyn With Your Roommates!
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$2,003 avg rent
202 renters
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$1,884 avg budget
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$1,629 avg rent
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$1,794 avg budget
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Dec 2020
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Mar 2022
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Feb 2022
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Nov 2021
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Elina
Feb 2022
I was having a hard time finding a roommate in a pinch after the one I had set up bailed last minute. Craigslist gave me scammers and other apps I tried gave me leads but nothing more. Roomi gave me a new roommate in a few weeks versus the two months I had had without success. My Roomi has been here a month and it's working out well!
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Sept 2021
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Jackson
Oct 2020
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Vicki
May 2022
I recently moved to New York from Boston, and I knew almost no one in the city; everyone I *did* know already had housing, so I was anxious about being able to find a place from afar! I looked at craigslist first, but saw enough creepy looking ads that I quickly ditched that idea. When I signed up for Roomi, I found a bunch of options that fit my size/budget constraints almost immediately. I ended up Skype-chatting with my current roommate, and she gave me a virtual tour of the place while we bonded over shared interested...
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Elle
Aug 2021
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Kailey
July 2021
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Apr 2022
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Adam
Jan 2022
I've used a lot of other sites to find a roommate and Roomi made it a very easy process compared to the others. I was able to find someone who was similar to myself and had the same schedule/lifestyle. I got very lucky with my roommate find, and I credit Roomi for that!
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Zulisadai
May 2022
I love the customer service provided. They are super helpful and reliable. The fact that I can see who I am looking talking to when looking for a roommate is awesome compared to other sites or apps. And the process is super simple and no complaints on this end. I found the perfect roommate and he is awesome. Thanks Roomi!
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Tsvetana
Oct 2021
Kate ended up finding me on Roomi and she is perfect. Though I would have preferred to finish the search sooner by being proactive and contacting candidates myself, I did end up with an awesome roommate, so I am happy.
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Alex
July 2020
I was in a bind; I needed to find a new roommate unexpectedly in just under two weeks. Put my room up on Roomi and I found multiple cool peeps interested in my apartment fast. Best of all, they had profiles I could easily vet before showing the room, so I could filter out people I knew wouldn't work. Couldn't be happier with my new roommate and Roomi's customer service. Never felt like a number.
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Mary
Dec 2021
Roomi felt a little more personal and less awkward than other sites. I also appreciated being able to chat with people within Roomi. It took some patience and time, but I'm happy to report that I have a roommate moving in in about a month, and I think she'll be a great fit.
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Leslie
Feb 2021
We needed someone to fit our vibe most perfectly, and we found them! I've had some horrible housemate experiences, and even worse experiences looking for one, but this was great. I will be using Roomi again.
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Ayisha
Jun 2022
A simple google search landed me onto Roomi. Within the first week I had at least 5 messages in my inbox, and my PERFECT new roommate was 1 of them. We met up and realized that us stumbling upon each other was absolute fate! I would recommend Roomi to any and everyone needing to find a roommate!
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Jilian
Mar 2022
Roomi was spot on. I was able to find a place within two weeks of me first using the app. I found a clean and affordable place just outside of NYC. I am thrilled about how things worked out!
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Nathaniel
Dec 2021
Way f**ing better than Craigslist!
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How much is it to rent a room in Brooklyn?
Renting a room in Brooklyn can vary depending on the neighborhood and the specific accommodations offered. On average, you can expect prices ranging from $800 to $1500 per month for a room in a shared apartment for rent in Brooklyn New York or house.
Is it expensive to live in Brooklyn?
Yes, Brooklyn can be considered expensive to live in, especially in popular neighborhoods like Williamsburg or Brooklyn Heights. However, there are also more affordable options available in areas like Bushwick or Crown Heights, with rooms for rent in Brooklyn for $600 or less.
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The salary needed to live comfortably in Brooklyn depends on various factors such as rent, utilities, transportation, and lifestyle preferences. Generally, a salary of around $60,000 to $80,000 per year may be sufficient to cover living expenses in the area, including renting one bedroom apartments in Brooklyn or shared accommodations.
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