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1233 Melville RdFarmingdale, NY 11735
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685 Conklin Street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

685 Conklin Street

685 Conklin StreetFarmingdale, NY 11735
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140 N 21st St

Wheatley HeightsNY11798

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Melville, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Melville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Melville, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ Community in the North Deer Park neighborhood priced from $1,940. Woodbridge at Farmingdale Apartments in the Downtown Bethpage neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,104. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Melville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ CommunityArchdale1BR,1BA$1,940
Woodbridge at Farmingdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,104
Fairfield East At FarmingdaleJr. One Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$2,350
Fairfield Manor At Farmingdale VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,395
Fairfield Courtyard At FarmingdaleStudio LowerStudio,1BA$2,460
Fairfield Courtyard At FarmingdaleResidence H1BR,1BA$2,765
Fairfield Metro at Farmingdale VillageS2 NORTHStudio,1BA$2,790
Fairfield Estates At Farmingdale VillageThe Harvest1BR,1BA$2,850
Fairfield Courtyard East At FarmingdaleThe Emmet1BR,1BA$2,930

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melville, NY

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Melville area is the $3.24 price per square foot 39 S 27th St Model at 39 S 27th St, Unit Basement Apartment in the in the North Deer Park neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Melville apartment is the Secatogue - Two Bedroom Lower Model at Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale Village starting at $3,515 with a $3.34 price per square foot in the Downtown Bethpage neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Melville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
39 S 27th St, Unit Basement Apartment39 S 27th St3BR,1BA$3.24
Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale VillageSecatogue - Two Bedroom Lower2BR,1BA$3.34
1 Conklin StSecond Floor2BR,2BA$3.76
31 Perry Ln, Unit New 2 Bedroom Apartment31 Perry Ln2BR,1BA$2.85
Fairfield East At FarmingdaleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.59
Fairfield Courtyard North At FarmingdaleThe Elizabeth Lower2BR,1BA$3.29
The Lofts at 285 Eastern Parkway2 Bedroom / Call For Rent2BR,2BA$3.64
Woodbridge at Farmingdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.50
Fairfield Estates At Farmingdale VillageThe Prairie2BR,1BA$4.01
Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ CommunityArchdale1BR,1BA$3.13

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Melville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Melville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Melville is at Fairfield Courtyard At Farmingdale listed at $2,460.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Melville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Melville Apartment is $1,940 at Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ Community.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Melville is starting from $2,104 at Woodbridge at Farmingdale Apartments.

What is the most affordable Melville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Melville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avalon Melville and starts from $5,020.

Expert Rental Resources

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