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Hempstead, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hempstead?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Hempstead Studio Apartments | $1,973 | $1,592 | $2,945 |
Cheap Hempstead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,532 | $1,699 | $4,900 |
Cheap Hempstead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,675 | $2,024 | $7,400 |
Cheap Hempstead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,434 | $3,275 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hempstead, NY
Pricing Updated: 09/16/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hempstead, 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 Hempstead Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Central Nassau | $5,134 | $1,300 | 167 |
Cheapest Available Hempstead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hempstead, NY is a Studio unit found at Bedell Terrace in the Colonial Gardens neighborhood priced from $1,592. 555 Front Street in the Downtown Uniondale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hempstead apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bedell Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,592 |
555 Front Street | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at Mineola | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,465 |
Fairfield At West Hempstead | Residence C2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,480 |
Fairfield Metro at Mineola | J02 J ONE BEDROOM - NORTH | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Fairfield 365 Stewart At Garden City | The Roosevelt | Studio,1BA | $2,945 |
539 Front Street | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,000 |
Onyx | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hempstead, NY
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hempstead area is the $2.96 price per square foot 2 BR / 1 Bath Model at Kensington Court Apartments in the in the Colonial Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Hempstead apartment is the 2b2 Model at Metro 303 starting at $4,175 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Colonial Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hempstead apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Kensington Court Apartments | 2 BR / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
Metro 303 | 2b2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
840 Seaman Ave E, Unit 2E | 840 Seaman Ave E | 1BR,2BA | $3.25 |
Fairfield At West Hempstead | Residence A2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Avalon Garden City | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
539 Front Street | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+ | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $4.02 |
457 Front St, Unit second floor | 457 Front St | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
1153 Gerald St, Unit Studio | 1153 Gerald St | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
555 Front Street | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
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Hempstead Overview
The Town of Hempstead, NY is one of the three major towns in Nassau County, NY. If you are looking for apartments in Hempstead, NY, then you have come to the right place. This is a small town that is not far from NYC, providing everyone with bountiful employment opportunities. There are a total of 22 villages that are a part of Hempstead, NY. By population, this is the second-largest population center in the state behind NY. Therefore, it is easy to see why so many people are looking for Hempstead apartments in the local area. There are a few points that everyone has to keep in mind when it comes to living in Hempstead, NY.
Why live in Hempstead, NY?
There are a few major reasons why people choose to live in Hempstead, NY. The biggest reason is that many people get a job in NYC but do not want to live in the city itself. Therefore, they find a home on the coast in Hempstead, NY and commute into the city. Apart from this, the crime rates in Hempstead, NY are quite low and the cost of living is lower here than in NYC. When this is combined with the relatively cool weather and the friendly people, it is easy to see why so many people are eager to call Hempstead, NY home.
Best Local Schools in Hempstead, NY
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Getting Around Hempstead, NY
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
56 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hempstead Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hempstead?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hempstead is under $3,185.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hempstead?
The cheapest apartment in Hempstead is Bedell Terrace which is listed at $1,699, while the average apartment in Hempstead costs $5,134.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hempstead?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Hempstead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hempstead?
Cheap apartments in Hempstead have an average cost of $230 which is $4,904 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hempstead.
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