Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Gardens Neighborhood of Great Neck, NY from $1,600 (34 Rentals)

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5-20 Clent Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5-20 Clent Rd

5-20 Clent RdGreat Neck, NY 11021
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Middle Neck Plaza
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Middle Neck Plaza

559 Middle Neck RdGreat Neck, NY 11023
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88 Cuttermill Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

88 Cuttermill Rd

88 Cuttermill RdGreat Neck, NY 11021
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property at 4212 Marathon Pky

$2,295

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$2,295

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$2,295

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4212 Marathon Pky

Little NeckNY11363
property at 1 Ash Pl

$2,595 - $2,685

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1 Ash Pl

Great Neck PlazaNY11021

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Monte Excelsior
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monte Excelsior

245-10-245-30 Grand Central PkyLittle Neck, NY 11362
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property at 56-51 Bell Blvd

$2,299

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$2,299

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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56-51 Bell Blvd, Unit 2

56-51 Bell Blvd
QueensNY11364

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Altara
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Altara

4414 Douglaston PkyDouglaston, NY 11363
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property at 7 Bond St

$2,800

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$2,800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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7 Bond St, Unit 3J

7 Bond St
Great Neck PlazaNY11021
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Luxe By Russos
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Luxe By Russos

241-15 Northern BlvdFlushing, NY 11362

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5 Schenck Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5 Schenck Ave

5 Schenck AveGreat Neck Plaza, NY 11021
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University Gardens, Great Neck, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Gardens Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Gardens area of Great Neck, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield Manor At Douglaston priced from $1,995. Douglaston Squire has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. Here are the most affordable University Gardens apartments for rent in Great Neck, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairfield Manor At DouglastonThe Murray Hill XVIStudio,1BA$1,995
Douglaston SquireModel 1B1BR,1BA$2,750
15 BondOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4,000
The One at Great NeckD2BR,2BA$4,892
Maestro5042BR,2BA$5,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Gardens, NY

As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Gardens area is the $3.58 price per square foot D Model at The One at Great Neck in the in the Saddle Rock Estates neighborhood starting from $4,892. The second greatest value University Gardens apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 15 Bond starting at $6,400 with a $6.29 price per square foot in the Saddle Rock Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The One at Great NeckD2BR,2BA$3.58
15 BondTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$6.29
Douglaston SquireModel 1B1BR,1BA$3.67
Fairfield Manor At DouglastonThe Park Avenue VII1BR,1BA$4.74

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University Gardens, Great Neck, NY

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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Gardens Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Gardens?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Gardens is at Fairfield Manor At Douglaston listed at $1,995.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Gardens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Gardens Apartment is $2,045 at Fairfield Manor At Douglaston.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Gardens Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Gardens is starting from $2,640 at Fairfield Manor At Douglaston.

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