Verdant Fort Greene
240 Willoughby St,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
$3,405 - $4,376 | Studio - 2 Beds
Located in Brooklyn's Clinton Hill neighborhood, the Pratt Institute thrives on the culture and diversity that surrounds it, providing a unique learning experience for its students. This private university consistently ranks as one of the best colleges in the northeast and is well-known for its programs in fine arts, engineering, and architecture. The Pratt Institute was established in 1887 by Charles Pratt, an early leader in the petroleum industry. Today, the 25-acre campus plays a key role in the fledgling Brooklyn Tech Triangle.
The Pratt Institute is located between Willoughby Avenue and Dekalb Avenue, directly east of Washington Avenue. Several bus stops are located along Dekalb Avenue, and the nearby Clinton- Washington Avenues Subway Station provides fast access to Manhattan, Queens, and the rest of New York. Ample shops, restaurants, apartment buildings, and businesses surround the Pratt Institute. To be within walking distance of businesses and campus, look along Taaffe Place, Kent Avenue, and Myrtle Avenue.
As of June 2025, the average apartment rent in Brooklyn, NY is $2,629 for a studio, $2,894 for one bedroom, $3,867 for two bedrooms, and $4,601 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Brooklyn has increased by 1.4% in the past year.
Studio
429 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,629/month
Average Rent
1 BR
543 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$2,894/month
Average Rent
2 BR
707 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$3,867/month
Average Rent
3 BR
888 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$4,601/month
Average Rent
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