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11579 219th St, Unit 1R
11579 219th StCambria Heights, NY 11411
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Pinehurst Apartments 55+
3000 Brookwood LnEast Patchogue, NY 11772
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3402-4012 Ocean AveEast Rockaway, NY 11518
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John Wesley Village II Adult Community , 55+
588 Middle RdRiverhead, NY 11901
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Long Island, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Long Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island Studio Apartments | $2,993 | $1,275 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,231 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,992 | $1,638 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,767 | $2,421 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,007 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 5 Bedroom Apartments | $32,850 | $3,400 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 6 Bedroom Apartments | $18,891 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island, NY
Pricing Updated: 02/22/2025Current apartment rentals in the Long Island, NY area range in price from $1,000 to $32,000 with an overall median price of $4,763. The three Long Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are St James at $1,850, North Wantagh at $2,700, and South Bellmore at $1,795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Island Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James | $2,500 | $1,850 | 457 |
| North Wantagh | $2,700 | $2,700 | 18 |
| South Bellmore | $2,875 | $1,795 | 166 |
| South Bellmore East Bay | $2,875 | $2,500 | 99 |
| Downtown Freeport | $3,000 | $1,795 | 127 |
| Northeast Freeport | $3,000 | $1,795 | 108 |
| North Bay Shore | $3,150 | $2,300 | 63 |
| Mayfair | $3,155 | $1,950 | 981 |
| North Smithtown | $3,155 | $1,780 | 1437 |
| Argyle Park | $3,190 | $1,700 | 1220 |
Cheapest Available Long Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Island, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Ventnor Flatz in the Prospect Park neighborhood priced from $750. MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS in the Summerfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $823. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventnor Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS | 1x1 30 | 1BR,1BA | $823 |
| La Vista At Highland Park | C | 3BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Bedell Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,592 |
| Balsam Village | Studio-2nd Floor | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| John Wesley Village III | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| Glen Arms Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| COURT PLAZA SENIOR APARTMENTS | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,696 |
| 139-06-18 34th Road | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,699 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island, NY and Nearby
As of February 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Island area is the $0.26 price per square foot 2 Bicycle Ct Model at 2 Bicycle Ct, Unit 1 in the in the Summerfield neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Long Island apartment is the 48 Ash St Model at 48 Ash St starting at $2,200 with a $0.30 price per square foot in the Courthouse Commons neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bicycle Ct, Unit 1 | 2 Bicycle Ct | 2BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 48 Ash St | 48 Ash St | 2BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 20815 109th Ave, Unit Peaceful Hideaway | 20815 109th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Fairfield Townhouses East at Coram | CEDAR 3 BR/2 BATH | 3BR,3BA | $1.51 |
| Senior Farmingdale Villas 55+ | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 154 Oldfield Ave, Unit A | 154 Oldfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 6 Garfield Pl, Unit 6 Garfield Place | 6 Garfield Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| La Vista At Highland Park | C | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Node Harman | Private Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Ventnor Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Long Island Overview
If you are looking for a fun and exciting place to live, you might be interested in Long Island, NY. Because of its proximity to Manhattan, apartments in Long Island, NY are an appealing option to many individuals and families. At the same time, with so many Long Island apartments available, you need to learn more about the local area before you can decide where to live. Our expert team would be happy to help you.
Why live in Long Island, NY?
So, why should you live in Long Island, NY? First, the cost of living in this area is more affordable when compared to the cost of living in Manhattan, but you can still get into Manhattan very easily if you work in the center of the city, thanks to the easy mass transit options. Furthermore, there's always something fun to do in the New York City metropolitan area, so you will be right in the heart of the action.
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Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
8 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Long Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Long Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Long Island is at Bedell Terrace listed at $1,592.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Island Apartment is $750 at Ventnor Flatz.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Long Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Long Island is starting from $830 at Ventnor Flatz.
What is the most affordable Long Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Long Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Vista At Highland Park and starts from $1,000.
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