
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central Islip, NY from $1,900 (31 Rentals)
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Fairfield Townhomes at Islip

255 Smith St

Hawthorne Living

36 Bronx Ave

Coventry Village Apartments

Ballpark Terrace
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4 E Walnut St

2 Somerset Ave

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11 Michele Ln, Unit Apt 1

Fairfield At Islip Terrace

524 Nichols Rd, Unit Apartment Detch

Fairfield At Hauppauge

Fairfield At East Islip
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Fairfield West At Hauppauge

375 Lincoln Blvd, Unit FL1

Gracewood Estates

Fairfield At New England Village

457 Lincoln Blvd

Fairfield Country Club Gardens

280 Bellmore Ave
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Fairfield At Oakdale

Greenview Village I 55+

7A Hemlock Dr, Unit 65

Broadway West I

109 Harrisburg St

140 Nassau Ave

39 Anna St
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85 Newbrook Ln

175 Newbrook Ln

28 Warner Ln
Central Islip, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Islip?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Central Islip Studio Apartments | $2,314 | $1,900 | $3,008 |
| Cheap Central Islip 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,040 | $2,100 | $4,680 |
| Cheap Central Islip 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $2,300 | $5,720 |
| Cheap Central Islip 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,665 | $3,445 | $6,940 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Central Islip, NY
Pricing Updated: 08/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Central Islip, NY area range in price from $1,900 to $5,040 with an overall median price of $2,985. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Central Islip Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courthouse Commons | $2,985 | $1,900 | 226 |
Cheapest Available Central Islip Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central Islip, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Ballpark Terrace in the Central Islip neighborhood priced from $1,789. Fairfield At Islip Terrace in the Courthouse Commons neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central Islip apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballpark Terrace | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,789 |
| Fairfield At Islip Terrace | The Harvard | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Fairfield Townhomes at Islip | Arc Studio - 475 sq.ft | Studio,1BA | $2,225 |
| Fairfield At Hauppauge | The Savoy Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,235 |
| Fairfield At East Islip | The Davinci | Studio,1BA | $2,235 |
| Fairfield West At Hauppauge | The Sheffield Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,255 |
| Hawthorne Living | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $2,319 |
| Gracewood Estates | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Fairfield At New England Village | The Regent Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Islip, NY
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Islip area is the $3.16 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Model at The Cornerstone at Hauppauge 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes in the in the Courthouse Commons neighborhood starting from $3,981. The second greatest value Central Islip apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - Inward View Model at Westbrook Village starting at $3,575 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Courthouse Commons neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Islip apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cornerstone at Hauppauge 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| Westbrook Village | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - Inward View | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Providence on the Park | C-I 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Greenview Village I 55+ | A | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 11 Michele Ln, Unit Apt 1 | 11 Michele Ln | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Belmont at Eastview | Palomino | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Ballpark Terrace | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Fairfield Connetquot | The Delaware | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Fairfield At Oakdale | The Shore Upper | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| Gracewood Estates | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Islip Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Islip?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Islip is at Fairfield At Islip Terrace listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Islip Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Islip Apartment is $1,789 at Ballpark Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Islip Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Islip is starting from $2,750 at Providence on the Park.
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