
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central Islip, NY from $1,300 (23 Rentals)
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62 Ridge Ave

The Belmont at Eastview

Fairfield Townhomes at Islip

Hawthorne Living

Coventry Village Apartments

Ballpark Terrace
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4 E Walnut St

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23 Baldwin St, Unit Basement Apt- 1bd 1ba

2 Somerset Ave

39 Wenwood Dr

Fairfield At Islip Terrace

Fairfield At Hauppauge

Fairfield West At Hauppauge
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Fairfield At East Islip

556 New Hwy

Broadway West I

84 Pleasure Ave

19 Pinebrook Pl

31 Newbrook Ln

2449 Union Blvd
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85 Newbrook Ln

175 Newbrook 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 | $2,295 | $1,900 | $3,008 |
| Cheap Central Islip 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $1,500 | $4,525 |
| Cheap Central Islip 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,411 | $2,600 | $5,180 |
| Cheap Central Islip 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,727 | $3,000 | $5,040 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Central Islip, NY
Pricing Updated: 05/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Central Islip, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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 | $3,357 | $1,500 | 203 |
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 Courthouse Commons 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 $2,080. 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 | $2,080 |
| Fairfield Townhomes at Islip | Arc Studio - 475 sq.ft | Studio,1BA | $2,125 |
| Hawthorne Living | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Fairfield At Hauppauge | The Savoy Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Islip, NY
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Islip area is the $3.43 price per square foot B5 Model at Carlow in the in the Lake Ronkonkoma neighborhood starting from $5,002. The second greatest value Central Islip apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Model at The Cornerstone at Hauppauge 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes starting at $3,781 with a $3.01 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow | B5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.43 |
| The Cornerstone at Hauppauge 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Gracewood Estates | C Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.92 |
| Westbrook Green 55+ | 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Providence on the Park | B2 Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Greenview Village I 55+ | A | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Ballpark Terrace | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Fairfield Connetquot | The Delaware | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Fairfield At Oakdale | The Shore Upper | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| Fairfield Country Club Gardens | The Baldwin Upper | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
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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 $2,080.
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 $2,600 at Hawthorne Living.
What is the most affordable Central Islip Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Islip Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield Connetquot and starts from $3,415.
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