
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Setauket, NY from $1,800 (30 Rentals)
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26 Laurel St

12 Olympia Ln

Fairfield At Port Jefferson

27 Arbor Ln

Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson

Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson

Fairfield At Lake Grove

23 Deville Dr, Unit first floor

125 Terryville Rd
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284 Terryville Rd

Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments

184 Hallock Rd

Fairfield Falls at Port Jefferson

1 Dark Hollow Rd

Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson

Fairfield Meadows

23 Sylvan Ln

16 Wildwood St

103 E Main St
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46 Sylvan Ln

The Hills at Port Jefferson

The Barnum House

1 Selden Blvd

101 Sylvan Ave

45 Garrity Ave

22 Huntington Rd

148 Noel Dr
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Setauket, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Setauket?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Setauket Studio Apartments | $2,464 | $2,020 | $3,006 |
Setauket 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $1,800 | $4,446 |
Setauket 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $2,400 | $5,784 |
Setauket 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,629 | $3,300 | $6,161 |
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Cheapest Available Setauket Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Setauket, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield At Port Jefferson in the The Villages at Mount Sinai Park neighborhood priced from $2,020. Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson in the The Villages at Mount Sinai Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Setauket apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Fairfield At Port Jefferson | Skipper | Studio,1BA | $2,020 |
Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Aster Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Fairfield At Lake Grove | The Huron Upper | Studio,1BA | $2,160 |
Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments | 1B - Down End | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Fairfield Falls at Port Jefferson | The Yosemite | 1BR,1BA | $2,435 |
Fairfield Meadows | The Bluebell I | 1BR,1BA | $2,490 |
The Hills at Port Jefferson | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
The Barnum House | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Setauket, NY and Nearby
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Setauket area is the $3.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at The Brookport in the in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Setauket apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at One North starting at $3,800 with a $2.87 price per square foot in the The Villages at Mount Sinai Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Setauket apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Brookport | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
One North | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.87 |
Fairfield Knolls North At Port Jefferson | The Aspen I B W/O | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
2 Lotowana Ln, Unit #2 | 2 Lotowana Ln | 3BR,1BA | $2.54 |
23 Deville Dr, Unit first floor | 23 Deville Dr | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Fairfield Gables At South Setauket | Hermes II | 1BR,2BA | $3.34 |
The Barnum House | 2x1 980-1125 | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments | 2B- Upstairs End | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Boxwood Upper | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Getting Around Setauket, NY
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Setauket Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Setauket?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Setauket is at Fairfield At Port Jefferson listed at $2,020.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Setauket Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Setauket Apartment is $2,150 at Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Setauket Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Setauket is starting from $2,400 at Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson.
What is the most affordable Setauket Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Setauket Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield At Port Jefferson and starts from $3,405.
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