
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwestern Suffolk Neighborhood of Bay Shore, NY from $1,200 (85 Rentals)
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Village Place

Bay Shore Gardens Gated Community

Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore

Fairfield Hedges at Bay Shore

Bay Shore Manor

Brookwood at Bay Shore

1600 Brightshore Blvd

Fairfield On The Lake

241 W Main St
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Fairfield West At Bay Shore

32 W Main St

5 Shore Lane

1991 Union Plaza

9 Willowbrook Ave

55 5th Ave

Mid Island Apartments

55 Pinebrook Pl

Fairfield Hedges North at Bay Shore

Bay Shore Senior Residence 55+
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Newbrook Gardens Associates

Oakwood Manor Senior Community

Park Avenue Lofts

Fairfield Courtyard East at Bay Shore

Lofts on Ocean

Fairfield Renaissance

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16 Gridley St, Unit Studio Apartment

55+ Senior Housing at Brookview Commons

The Niche at Roman Gardens

Wyandanch Village
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130 N 20th St, Unit Comfy 1 Bedroom Apartment

5720 Old Sunrise Hwy

Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ Community

55+ Manor Park Apartments Senior Community

Fairfield Maples North

South Shore Commons 55+

Manor Park V Apartments Senior 55+

Holiday Square - 55 And Above

817 Long Island Ave

2 Somerset Ave
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140 Orinoco Dr

Fairfield At The Village Of Brightwaters

99-105 W Hoffman Ave

85 Heling Blvd

Total Monthly Price
Bunt Commons II: 55+ Senior Living Community

The Belmont at Eastview

Fairfield Station At Deer Park

Fairfield Maples South

Fairfield At Islip Terrace

The Niche at 7th Street Gardens
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Southwestern Suffolk, Bay Shore, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwestern Suffolk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern Suffolk Studio Apartments | $2,267 | $1,750 | $3,749 |
| Southwestern Suffolk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,876 | $1,558 | $10,000+ |
| Southwestern Suffolk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $1,871 | $10,000+ |
| Southwestern Suffolk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,039 | $2,900 | $6,130 |
| Southwestern Suffolk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,833 | $6,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Southwestern Suffolk Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwestern Suffolk area of Bay Shore, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Ballpark Terrace priced from $1,749. Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,940. Here are the most affordable Southwestern Suffolk apartments for rent in Bay Shore, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballpark Terrace | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ Community | Archdale | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| Bay Shore Gardens Gated Community | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Fairfield Maples North | Studio Upper | Studio,1BA | $1,960 |
| Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,970 |
| Manor Park V Apartments Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Holiday Square - 55 And Above | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 580 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| South Shore Commons 55+ | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Fairfield Hedges at Bay Shore | Studio w/alcove | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Bay Shore Manor | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwestern Suffolk, NY
As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwestern Suffolk area is the $1.98 price per square foot The Argyle Model at Fairfield Townhouses At Babylon Village in the in the Presidential Section neighborhood starting from $3,555. The second greatest value Southwestern Suffolk apartment is the 85 Cedar Dr Model at 85 Cedar Dr, Unit BayShore starting at $3,500 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the North Bay Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwestern Suffolk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Townhouses At Babylon Village | The Argyle | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.98 |
| 85 Cedar Dr, Unit BayShore | 85 Cedar Dr | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 87 3rd Ave, Unit First floor | 87 3rd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 1-3, 2-4 Main St & 4th Ave Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Fairfield Renaissance | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 55+ Sunrise Villas Senior Community | 2 BR Upper Level- Not Available | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Providence on the Park | B2 Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Bunt Commons II: 55+ Senior Living Community | A2 - Bunt II | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Bay Shore Manor | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Ballpark Terrace | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwestern Suffolk Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwestern Suffolk?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwestern Suffolk is at Bay Shore Gardens Gated Community listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwestern Suffolk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwestern Suffolk Apartment is $1,749 at Ballpark Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwestern Suffolk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwestern Suffolk is starting from $2,010 at Bunt Commons II: 55+ Senior Living Community.
What is the most affordable Southwestern Suffolk Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwestern Suffolk Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield Connetquot and starts from $3,290.
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