
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bay Shore Neighborhood of Bay Shore, NY from $1,500 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Bay Shore area of Bay Shore.


202 N Clinton Ave, Unit ground floor

Fairfield Hedges at Bay Shore

Mid Island Apartments

Bay Shore Manor
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1991 Union Plaza

Fairfield West At Bay Shore
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Fairfield Hedges North at Bay Shore

Bay Shore Senior Residence 55+

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Fairfield At The Village Of Brightwaters

4 Richland Blvd
Downtown Bay Shore, Bay Shore, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Bay Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bay Shore Studio Apartments | $2,130 | $1,970 | $2,607 |
| Downtown Bay Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,803 | $2,000 | $4,056 |
| Downtown Bay Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,359 | $2,450 | $6,794 |
| Downtown Bay Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,255 | $3,000 | $3,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Bay Shore Neighborhood of Bay Shore, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Bay Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bay Shore area of Bay Shore, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore priced from $1,970. Fairfield At The Village Of Brightwaters has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bay Shore apartments for rent in Bay Shore, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,970 |
| Fairfield At The Village Of Brightwaters | Residence 8B | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Fairfield Hedges at Bay Shore | Studio w/alcove | Studio,1BA | $2,020 |
| Mid Island Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| Bay Shore Manor | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bay Shore, NY
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bay Shore area is the $2.76 price per square foot The Castle Upper Model at Fairfield Saxon Arms in the in the Courthouse Commons neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Downtown Bay Shore apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Fairfield Maples at Bay Shore starting at $3,055 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Courthouse Commons neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bay Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Saxon Arms | The Castle Upper | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| Fairfield Maples at Bay Shore | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Fairfield Tudor At Bay Shore | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Fairfield Renaissance | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Bay Shore | The Jasmine | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Bay Shore Manor | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Fairfield Hedges at Bay Shore | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
| Fairfield South At Bay Shore | The Atlantic Lower | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Fairfield West At Bay Shore | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Courtyards on Fifth | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bay Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Bay Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Bay Shore is at Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore listed at $1,970.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bay Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Bay Shore Apartment is $2,150 at Bay Shore Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Bay Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Bay Shore is starting from $2,450 at Bay Shore Manor.
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