Cheap Apartments for Rent in Long Island, NY from $300 (133 Rentals)

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$1,300 - $3,500

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76 Harrisburg St

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The Carolina
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Carolina

1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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2 Jackson Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2 Jackson Park

28-02 Jackson AveLong Island City, NY 11101

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Riverwalk Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Park

460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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The Garnet
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Garnet

1620 Fulton StBrooklyn, NY 11213
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Eden Roc
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc

1869 83rd StBrooklyn, NY 11214
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L @ 31st Drive
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

L @ 31st Drive

2336 31st DrAstoria, NY 11106
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Ventnor Flatz
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ventnor Flatz

1115 Dorchester RdBrooklyn, NY 11218
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271 Washington Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

271 Washington Street

271 Washington StHempstead, NY 11550
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Holliswood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Holliswood Apartments

190-05 Hillside AveHollis, NY 11423
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1512 Dekalb Avenue
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1512 Dekalb Avenue

1512 DeKalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11237
Student Housing
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143-28 Cherry Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

143-28 Cherry Ave

143-28 Cherry AveFlushing, NY 11355
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Fountain Seaview B2
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fountain Seaview B2

702 Vandalia AveBrooklyn, NY 11239
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The Brite
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Brite

2175 E 15th StBrooklyn, NY 11229
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Peconic Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Peconic Crossing

11 W Main StRiverhead, NY 11901
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12 Agate Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

12 Agate Ct

12 Agate CtBrooklyn, NY 11213
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216 E 83rd St
1 Bedroom Apartments

216 E 83rd St

216 E 83rd StNew York, NY 10028
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Wade
Studio Apartments

Wade

3022 W 22nd StBrooklyn, NY 11224
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1819 BEVERLY RD
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1819 BEVERLY RD

1819 Beverly RdBrooklyn, NY 11226
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54 Throop Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

54 Throop Ave

54 Throop AveBrooklyn, NY 11206
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1630-1636 Park Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1630-1636 Park Ave

1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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1811 Quentin Rd
Studio Apartments

1811 Quentin Rd

1811 Quentin RdBrooklyn, NY 11229
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Freepark Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Freepark Apartments

45 N Ocean AveFreeport, NY 11520
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Crystal Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crystal Apartments

92-41 190th StHollis, NY 11423
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147 E 30th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

147 E 30th St

147 E 30th StNew York, NY 10016
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1546 St Johns Pl
2 Bedroom Apartments

1546 St Johns Pl

1546 St Johns PlBrooklyn, NY 11213
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75 Lenox Rd
Studio Apartments

75 Lenox Rd

75 Lenox RdBrooklyn, NY 11226
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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The Bradley
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bradley

1230 Avenue XBrooklyn, NY 11235
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Oceanview Associates
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oceanview Associates

146 Beach 24Th StFar Rockaway, NY 11691
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6107 Woodside Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

6107 Woodside Ave

6107 Woodside AveWoodside, NY 11377
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The Branton
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Branton

1411 Avenue VBrooklyn, NY 11229
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407 E 88th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

407 E 88th St

407 E 88th StNew York, NY 10128
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East Winds Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Winds Apartments

887 Montauk HwyPatchogue, NY 11772
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The Hancock House
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Hancock House

854 Hancock StBrooklyn, NY 11233
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214 Macdougal Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

214 Macdougal Street

214-216 Macdougal StBrooklyn, NY 11233

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Long Island, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island, NY

Pricing Updated: 07/07/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Long Island, NY area range in price from $1,300 to $32,000 with an overall median price of $4,417. The three Long Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Baywood at $1,639, North Deer Park at $1,639, and West Side at $1,639. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Island Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Baywood$3,050$1,63986
North Deer Park$3,200$1,63936
West Side$3,200$1,63960
Mayfair$3,220$1,70051
North Bay Shore$3,300$1,30043
Brightwaters Farm$3,400$1,300107
Deer Run$3,415$1,90047
South Wantagh$3,425$2,6009
South Bellmore$3,450$1,8956
South Bellmore East Bay$3,450$2,6503

Cheapest Available Long Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Island, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS in the Medford neighborhood priced from $1,042. Bay Plaza in the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS2x1 302BR,1BA$1,042
Bay PlazaUnit CStudio,1BA$1,375
91-35 195th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Verrazano Garden Apartments1089 2Br2BR,1BA$1,500
Belmont VillasOne Bedroom Den (60% Affordable)1BR,1BA$1,550
The ReserveFurnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (O4)4BR,2BA$1,595
Woodcrest Estates Senior Living 55+1 Bedroom- Waiting list1BR,1BA$1,639

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island, NY and Nearby

As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Island area is the $1.61 price per square foot CEDAR 3 BR/2 BATH Model at Fairfield Townhouses East at Coram in the in the Coram neighborhood starting from $4,175. The second greatest value Long Island apartment is the 8415 263rd St Model at 8415 263rd St, Unit 2 starting at $4,000 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the North End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairfield Townhouses East at CoramCEDAR 3 BR/2 BATH3BR,3BA$1.61
8415 263rd St, Unit 28415 263rd St3BR,2BA$2.22
10209 221st St10209 221st St2BR,1BA$1.61
Fairfield Townhouses At Babylon VillageThe Argyle2BR,1.5BA$2.01
18 Lincoln Pl, Unit 118 Lincoln Pl2BR,1BA$1.77
73 E Main St, Unit Apartment B73 E Main St2BR,1BA$2.00
Belmont VillasOne Bedroom Den (60% Affordable)1BR,1BA$1.41
MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS2x2 602BR,2BA$2.03
Verrazano Garden Apartments1089 2Br2BR,1BA$1.50
Woodcrest Estates Senior Living 55+1 Bedroom- Waiting list1BR,1BA$1.97

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Long Island Overview

If you are looking for a fun and exciting place to live, you might be interested in Long Island, NY. Because of its proximity to Manhattan, apartments in Long Island, NY are an appealing option to many individuals and families. At the same time, with so many Long Island apartments available, you need to learn more about the local area before you can decide where to live. Our expert team would be happy to help you. 

Why live in Long Island, NY?

So, why should you live in Long Island, NY? First, the cost of living in this area is more affordable when compared to the cost of living in Manhattan, but you can still get into Manhattan very easily if you work in the center of the city, thanks to the easy mass transit options. Furthermore, there's always something fun to do in the New York City metropolitan area, so you will be right in the heart of the action. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Long Island Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Long Island?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Long Island is at Bay Plaza listed at $1,375.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Island Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Long Island Apartment is $1,550 at Belmont Villas.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Long Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Long Island is starting from $1,042 at MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS.

What is the most affordable Long Island Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Long Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arverne View and starts from $2,421.

Expert Rental Resources

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