
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Central Islip, NY from $1,300 (30 Rentals)
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The Belmont at Eastview

Fairfield Townhomes at Islip

75 Circle Dr

Hawthorne Living

Coventry Village Apartments

Ballpark Terrace
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325 Hancock St

2 Somerset Ave

Fairfield At Islip Terrace

Renaissance Hills

Fairfield At Hauppauge

Fairfield West At Hauppauge

Fairfield At East Islip
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118 Carleton Ave

280 Bellmore Ave

Fairfield At New England Village

Gracewood Estates

Fairfield Country Club Gardens

Fairfield At Oakdale

20 W Shore Rd
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Broadway West I

86 Pinebrook Pl

84 Pleasure Ave

19 Pinebrook Pl

85 Newbrook Ln

175 Newbrook Ln

31 Newbrook Ln
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47 Newbrook Ln

176 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 | $2,279 | $2,000 | $3,008 |
| Cheap Central Islip 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $2,270 | $4,525 |
| Cheap Central Islip 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,538 | $2,600 | $5,320 |
| Cheap Central Islip 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,836 | $3,200 | $5,040 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Central Islip, NY
Pricing Updated: 04/15/2026Current 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 | $3,415 | $1,850 | 240 |
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 $1,749. 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 | $1,749 |
| Fairfield At Islip Terrace | The Harvard | Studio,1BA | $2,080 |
| Fairfield Townhomes at Islip | Arc Studio - 475 sq.ft | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Fairfield At Hauppauge | The Savoy Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,210 |
| Fairfield West At Hauppauge | The Sheffield Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,230 |
| Fairfield At East Islip | The Davinci | Studio,1BA | $2,235 |
| Hawthorne Living | A06 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Fairfield At New England Village | The Regent Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
| Fairfield Country Club Gardens | The Baldwin Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Fairfield At Oakdale | The Shore Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Islip, NY
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Islip area is the $3.71 price per square foot B3 Model at Carlow in the in the Lake Ronkonkoma neighborhood starting from $5,300. The second greatest value Central Islip apartment is the C Unit Model at Gracewood Estates starting at $3,275 with a $2.92 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 | B3 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.71 |
| Gracewood Estates | C Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.92 |
| The Villas on Eastview | Willow Lower | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| The Cornerstone at Hauppauge 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 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 | $2.63 |
| Fairfield Connetquot | The Delaware | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Fairfield At Oakdale | The Shore Upper | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 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 $1,749 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.
Expert Rental Resources
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.