
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Meadow, NY from $1,700 (35 Rentals)
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Fairfield Square at East Meadow

1773 Casper Ave

Mitchel Homes

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2393 Henry St

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57 Mockingbird Ln, Unit 2, Unit 2

106 NY-106
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67 Madison Ave

289 Post Ave

136 Fairview Blvd

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302 Maple Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1909 Bellmore Ave

Fairfield Village at Levittown

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Cornerstone Westbury

67 Bowling Ln
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29 Lenox Ave

207 Lenox Ave

Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+

157 Post Ave

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Onyx

Avalon Westbury

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132 Carle Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

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806 Oliver Ave

655 Nassau Road

Brixton Lane Apartments

Bellmore Manor Gardens

80 Lincoln Ave

17 Stewart Ave

135 Post Ave

360 W John St
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16 Nelson Ave

59 McAlester Ave

168 Robinwood Ave
East Meadow, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Meadow?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Meadow Studio Apartments | $2,854 | $2,000 | $3,305 |
| Cheap East Meadow 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,562 | $1,800 | $5,900 |
| Cheap East Meadow 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,170 | $2,450 | $6,592 |
| Cheap East Meadow 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,689 | $2,750 | $6,235 |
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Cheapest Available East Meadow Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Meadow, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Brixton Lane Apartments in the Barnum Woods neighborhood priced from $2,546. Fairfield Square at East Meadow in the Barnum Woods neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Meadow apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brixton Lane Apartments | A1 - 1x1 - Brixton Lane | 1BR,1BA | $2,546 |
| Fairfield Square at East Meadow | Residence 42 - 1BR/1Bth 600 sf. | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Fairfield Village at Levittown | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 595 sq. ft. (Cambridge Village) | 1BR,1BA | $2,835 |
| Cornerstone Westbury | S3 | Studio,1BA | $3,059 |
| Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $3,299 |
| Avalon Westbury | 765 | 1BR,1BA | $3,497 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Meadow, NY
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Meadow area is the $1.67 price per square foot 132 Carle Rd Model at 132 Carle Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Uniondale neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value East Meadow apartment is the B1T Model at Avalon Garden City starting at $5,000 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Downtown Uniondale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Meadow apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 132 Carle Rd, Unit 2 | 132 Carle Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Avalon Garden City | B1T | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| 302 Maple Ave, Unit 1 | 302 Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Brixton Lane Apartments | B1 - 2x1 - Brixton Lane | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| Onyx | 2 Bed/2 Bath-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.50 |
| Avalon Westbury | 765 | 1BR,1BA | $4.57 |
| 57 Mockingbird Ln, Unit 2 | 57 Mockingbird Ln | Studio ,1BA | $2.86 |
| 636 Hoover St, Unit Lower level | 636 Hoover St | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Fairfield Village at Levittown | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 595 sq. ft. (Cambridge Village) | 1BR,1BA | $4.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Meadow Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Meadow?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Meadow is at Cornerstone Westbury listed at $3,059.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Meadow Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Meadow Apartment is $2,546 at Brixton Lane Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Meadow Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Meadow is starting from $3,111 at Brixton Lane Apartments.
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