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property at 8 Bunny Ln

8 Bunny Ln

East SetauketNY11733
property at 9 Weir Ln

9 Weir Ln

Locust ValleyNY11560
property at 320 Atlantic Ave

320 Atlantic Ave

East RockawayNY11518

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property at 87 Oak St

87 Oak St

Deer ParkNY11729
property at 7 Commack Rd

7 Commack Rd

Sound BeachNY11789

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property at 94 4th Ave

94 4th Ave

Bay ShoreNY11706

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property at 152 W Yaphank Rd

152 W Yaphank Rd

CoramNY11727
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Long Island, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Island, NY

Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Long Island, NY area range in price from $850 to $50,000 with an overall median price of $11,526. The three Long Island neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are North Bay Shore at $2,000, South Freeport at $2,200, and Cove Neck at $3,000. 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
North Bay Shore$2,280$2,0002
South Freeport$2,900$2,2004
Cove Neck$3,000$3,0001
Stearns Park$3,100$2,2005
Downtown Port Chester$3,650$2,4503
Central Valley Stream$3,950$2,5003
North Deer Park$4,500$1,8005
Malverne Park Oaks$4,500$1,3009
Business District$4,750$2,9004
Fred Shores$4,750$1,60010

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 Ventnor Flatz in the Prospect Park neighborhood priced from $800. MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS in the Summerfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Island apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ventnor Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$800
MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS2x2 302BR,2BA$990
Verrazano Garden Apartments1089 StudioStudio,1BA$1,040
Bay PlazaUnit CStudio,1BA$1,200
14 St Marks PlSTUStudio,$1,200
91-35 195th StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
EHS St George TowersShared Triple Room1BR,1BA$1,500
Bedell TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,592
Bergen ApartmentsS1 - 0x1Studio,1BA$1,675

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

As of August 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Island area is the $1.51 price per square foot CEDAR 3 BR/2 BATH Model at Fairfield Townhouses East at Coram in the in the Gordon Heights neighborhood starting from $3,920. The second greatest value Long Island apartment is the 453 Veterans Memorial Hwy Model at 453 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Unit Upper level starting at $3,400 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Mayfair 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$1.51
453 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Unit Upper level453 Veterans Memorial Hwy3BR,1BA$1.36
75 Brefni St, Unit 175 Brefni St2BR,1BA$1.61
Fairfield Townhouses At Babylon VillageThe Argyle2BR,1.5BA$1.96
Shore View ApartmentsThree Bedroom / Two Bath3BR,2BA$2.04
The Reserve4 Bed 2 Bath - B4BR,2BA$1.77
MEDFORD LANDING APARTMENTS2x2 602BR,2BA$2.00
230 Robinson Ave230 Robinson Ave1BR,1BA$1.90
Node HarmanPrivate Room in 3 Bed Shared Apt3BR,2BA$1.66
Ventnor Flatz2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94

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Frequently Asked Questions about Long Island

What type of rentals are currently available in Long Island?

There are currently 39649 Apartments for Rent in Long Island, NY with pricing that ranges from $925 to $80,000. There are also 2158 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Long Island ranging from $850 to $100,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Long Island?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Long Island ranges from $850 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $27,465.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Long Island?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Long Island range from $2,300 to $65,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $100,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,004.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.