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21 Garden StCentereach, NY 11720
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28-14 Brookhaven AveQueens, NY 11691
248 Lawrence Ave
LawrenceNY11559
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7 Edwards Rd, Unit Cozy Room
7 Edwards RdMastic Beach, NY 11951
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172 Wicks Rd
172 Wicks RdCommack, NY 11725
85 Park Ave
BabylonNY11702
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140 Van Siclen Ave
140 Van Siclen AveBrooklyn, NY 11207
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91-35 195th Street
9135 195th StHollis, NY 11423
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Eastcrest - No Availability
3402-4012 Ocean AveEast Rockaway, NY 11518
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5 Sage Ct
Huntington StationNY11746
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28 Pineoaks Pl
28 Pineoaks PlFarmingville, NY 11738
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The Carolina
1465 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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2 Jackson Park
28-02 Jackson AveLong Island City, NY 11101
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Sendero Verde - Affordable
1681 Madison AveNew York, NY 10029
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Riverwalk Park
460 Main StRoosevelt Island, NY 10044
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Crossroads Plaza: Phase II
501 Southern BlvdBronx, NY 10455
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The Garnet
1620 Fulton StBrooklyn, NY 11213
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Eden Roc
1869 83rd StBrooklyn, NY 11214
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L @ 31st Drive
2336 31st DrAstoria, NY 11106
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Ventnor Flatz
1115 Dorchester RdBrooklyn, NY 11218
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Astoria Senior Citizen Residence 62+
21-05 30th DrAstoria, NY 11102
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Doctors Path Apartments
641 Doctors PathRiverhead, NY 11901
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MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS
500 Addison PlMedford, NY 11763
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271 Washington Street
271 Washington StHempstead, NY 11550
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939 Saint Marks Ave
939 Saint Marks AveBrooklyn, NY 11213
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Holliswood Apartments
190-05 Hillside AveHollis, NY 11423
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1512 Dekalb Avenue
1512 DeKalb AveBrooklyn, NY 11237
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143-28 Cherry Ave
143-28 Cherry AveFlushing, NY 11355
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Fountain Seaview B2
702 Vandalia AveBrooklyn, NY 11239
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The Brite
2175 E 15th StBrooklyn, NY 11229
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Peconic Crossing
11 W Main StRiverhead, NY 11901
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12 Agate Ct
12 Agate CtBrooklyn, NY 11213
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Knox Place
597 Grand AveBrooklyn, NY 11238
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1630-1636 Park Ave
1630-1636 Park AveNew York, NY 10029
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216 E 83rd St
216 E 83rd StNew York, NY 10028
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1819 BEVERLY RD
1819 Beverly RdBrooklyn, NY 11226
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Wade
3022 W 22nd StBrooklyn, NY 11224
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Elevatored Apartment Bldg
231 Ocean AveBrooklyn, NY 11225
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54 Throop Ave
54 Throop AveBrooklyn, NY 11206
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1811 Quentin Rd
1811 Quentin RdBrooklyn, NY 11229
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Freepark Apartments
45 N Ocean AveFreeport, NY 11520
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Crystal Apartments
92-41 190th StHollis, NY 11423
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Verrazano Garden Apartments
1081 Tompkins AveStaten Island, NY 10305
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147 E 30th St
147 E 30th StNew York, NY 10016
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1546 St Johns Pl
1546 St Johns PlBrooklyn, NY 11213
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75 Lenox Rd
75 Lenox RdBrooklyn, NY 11226
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The Bradley
1230 Avenue XBrooklyn, NY 11235
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Oceanview Associates
146 Beach 24Th StFar Rockaway, NY 11691
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6107 Woodside Ave
6107 Woodside AveWoodside, NY 11377
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Long Island, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Long Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island Studio Apartments | $3,016 | $1,000 | $8,000 |
| Long Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,077 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,787 | $1,871 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,945 | $2,421 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,884 | $1,579 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 5 Bedroom Apartments | $20,683 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
| Long Island 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,200 | $5,200 | $5,200 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island, NY
Pricing Updated: 04/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Long Island, NY area range in price from $1,000 to $36,000 with an overall median price of $4,439. The three Long Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Gilgo Oak Beach Captree at $2,700, Northeast Freeport at $1,895, and Northwest Freeport at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Island Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Gilgo Oak Beach Captree | $2,700 | $2,700 | 2 |
| Northeast Freeport | $2,800 | $1,895 | 3 |
| Northwest Freeport | $3,000 | $1,895 | 4 |
| Vanderbilt | $3,065 | $1,300 | 16 |
| VIllage Hill | $3,065 | $1,300 | 16 |
| North Deer Park | $3,200 | $1,558 | 32 |
| West Side | $3,200 | $1,558 | 76 |
| Mayfair | $3,205 | $1,300 | 47 |
| Business District | $3,250 | $1,350 | 113 |
| Argyle Park | $3,300 | $1,350 | 83 |
Cheapest Available Long Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Island, NY is a Studio unit found at 140 Van Siclen Ave in the East New York neighborhood priced from $1,400. 91-35 195th Street in the Jamaica Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 140 Van Siclen Ave | 0 | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 91-35 195th Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Reserve | Furnished Room in a 4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (H3) | 4BR,2BA | $1,579 |
| Oakview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,685 |
| MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS | 2x1 50 | 2BR,1BA | $1,724 |
| Pinehurst Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,732 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Island, NY and Nearby
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Long Island area is the $0.45 price per square foot 104 E Gates Ave Model at 104 E Gates Ave in the in the Fred Shores neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Long Island apartment is the 17 Patricia Rd Model at 17 Patricia Rd, Unit 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT starting at $2,500 with a $0.50 price per square foot in the Birchwood Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 104 E Gates Ave | 104 E Gates Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.45 |
| 17 Patricia Rd, Unit 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT | 17 Patricia Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| 1250 Woodfield Rd, Unit 3 | 1250 Woodfield Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Fairfield Townhouses East at Coram | CEDAR 3 BR/2 BATH | 3BR,3BA | $1.51 |
| 132 Carle Rd, Unit 2 | 132 Carle Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Woodcrest Estates Senior Living 55+ | 2 Bedroom - Waiting List | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 130 N 20th St, Unit Comfy 1 Bedroom Apartment | 130 N 20th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS | 2x1 50 | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Ventnor Flatz | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 21 Garden St | 21 Garden St | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Long Island?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Long Island is under $1,732.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Long Island?
The cheapest apartment in Long Island is Pinehurst Apartments 55+ which is listed at $1,732, while the average apartment in Long Island costs $4,439.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Long Island?
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 93 regular apartments in Long Island 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 Long Island?
Cheap apartments in Long Island have an average cost of $561 which is $3,878 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Long Island.
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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.