
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY from $1,500 (38 Rentals)
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Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma

347 Hawkins Ave

Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma

84 Pleasure Ave

17 Dorchester Rd, Unit Room 2, Unit Room 2

2416 Long Island Motor Pkwy

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5 View Ct

38 3rd St
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Fairfield Sunrise Gardens

Colony Park

Brookwood at Holbrook

1 Beech Dr

Fairfield At Selden

Fairfield At Lake Grove

Fairfield Estates At St James

Fairfield Greens At Holbrook

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Eagle Rock Apartments at Nesconset
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Fairfield Centereach Gardens

60 Horseblock Rd

156 Smithtown Blvd

Fairfield Manor at Nesconset

Renaissance Hills

Fairfield At New England Village

58 Horseblock Rd

Hillcrest Village

Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments
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The Core

Fairfield Greens South At Holbrook

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25 Bonnybill Dr, Unit LL, Unit LL

Fairfield Estates At Bohemia

369 Collington Dr

30 Madeley Ln

23 Barbara Dr

68 Winges Ave

4 1st St
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The Core II

460 Old Town Rd
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Ronkonkoma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Ronkonkoma Studio Apartments | $2,444 | $1,550 | $2,799 |
| Lake Ronkonkoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $1,750 | $3,980 |
| Lake Ronkonkoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,771 | $2,200 | $5,300 |
| Lake Ronkonkoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,473 | $3,000 | $6,034 |
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Cheapest Available Lake Ronkonkoma Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield Sunrise Gardens in the The Colony neighborhood priced from $2,065. Fairfield At Selden in the Central Suffolk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,115. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake Ronkonkoma apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Sunrise Gardens | The Regent I | Studio,1BA | $2,065 |
| Fairfield At Selden | The Arbor View Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| Fairfield At Lake Grove | The Huron Upper | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Fairfield Estates At St James | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Fairfield Greens At Holbrook | The Cambridge I | 1BR,1BA | $2,270 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Nesconset | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Bayberry Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Fairfield Manor at Nesconset | STUDIO LOWER LEVEL | Studio,1BA | $2,315 |
| Fairfield At New England Village | The Regent Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
| The Core II | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,377 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Ronkonkoma, NY and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Ronkonkoma area is the $2.84 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Duplex, Garage, Basement, Patio Model at Fairfield Townhouses At Bohemia in the in the Birchwood Glen neighborhood starting from $4,260. The second greatest value Lake Ronkonkoma apartment is the The Beech Loft Apartment Model at The Arboretum starting at $4,187 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Birchwood Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Ronkonkoma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Townhouses At Bohemia | 2 Bedroom Duplex, Garage, Basement, Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| The Arboretum | The Beech Loft Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Alston at Station Yards | 2Bed/2Bath-B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Fairfield Gables At South Setauket | Hermes II | 1BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma | The Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Fairfield Broadway Knolls At Holbrook | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Evergreen Lower | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Colony Park | The Imperial | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Fairfield Estates At Bohemia | The Springs | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Fairfield At Selden | The Berkshire Upper | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Ronkonkoma Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lake Ronkonkoma?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lake Ronkonkoma is at Fairfield Sunrise Gardens listed at $2,065.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Ronkonkoma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Ronkonkoma Apartment is $2,115 at Fairfield At Selden.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Ronkonkoma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake Ronkonkoma is starting from $2,765 at Eagle Rock Apartments at Nesconset.
What is the most affordable Lake Ronkonkoma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lake Ronkonkoma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield At Ronkonkoma and starts from $3,880.
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