
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Setauket, NY from $1,500 (32 Rentals)
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5 View Ct

15 Donald St

Fairfield At Port Jefferson

Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson

Fairfield At Lake Grove

Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson

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22 Oneida Ave, Unit Oneida, Unit Oneida
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100 Mariners Way

Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments

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11 Fiesta Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1

5 Dark Hollow Rd

Fairfield Falls at Port Jefferson

Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson

Fairfield Meadows

30 Sylvan Ln
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50 Sylvan Ln

655 Belle Terre Rd

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4515 Nesconset Hwy, Unit 1, Unit 1

The Barnum House

30 Madeley Ln

23 Barbara Dr

21 Sierra Ct

23 Sierra Ct
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Longbotham House Apartments

37 El Camino Ct

503 Canal Rd

Overbay

11 Laramie Ct

7 Boulder Ct

101 Sylvan Ave

460 Old Town Rd
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East Setauket, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Setauket?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Setauket Studio Apartments | $2,209 | $1,550 | $2,436 |
| Cheap East Setauket 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $1,900 | $4,459 |
| Cheap East Setauket 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,742 | $2,300 | $5,363 |
| Cheap East Setauket 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,518 | $3,480 | $5,337 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Setauket, NY
Pricing Updated: 04/17/2026Current apartment rentals in the East Setauket, 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 East Setauket Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setauket East Setauket | $4,975 | $2,300 | 106 |
Cheapest Available East Setauket Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Setauket, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield At Port Jefferson in the The Villages at Mount Sinai Park neighborhood priced from $2,120. Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson in the The Villages at Mount Sinai Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Setauket apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield At Port Jefferson | Skipper | Studio,1BA | $2,120 |
| Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Fairfield At Lake Grove | The Huron Upper | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Aster Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $2,433 |
| Fairfield Falls at Port Jefferson | The Yosemite | 1BR,1BA | $2,435 |
| Fairfield Meadows | The Bluebell I | 1BR,1BA | $2,490 |
| The Barnum House | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Setauket, NY
As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Setauket area is the $2.89 price per square foot C - The Port Jefferson Model at The Villas at Setauket in the in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood starting from $3,999. The second greatest value East Setauket apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Brookport starting at $4,200 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Setauket apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Villas at Setauket | C - The Port Jefferson | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.89 |
| The Brookport | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Fairfield Knolls North At Port Jefferson | The Aspen I B W/O | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson Village | Two Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| 4515 Nesconset Hwy, Unit 1 | 4515 Nesconset Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Barnum House | 2x1 980-1125 | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| One North | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Boxwood Upper | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 22 Oneida Ave, Unit Oneida | 22 Oneida Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Setauket Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Setauket?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Setauket is at Fairfield At Port Jefferson listed at $2,120.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Setauket Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Setauket Apartment is $2,150 at Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Setauket Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Setauket is starting from $2,835 at Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson.
What is the most affordable East Setauket Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Setauket Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield At Port Jefferson and starts from $3,480.
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