Cheap Apartments for Rent in Melville, NY from $1,200 (21 Rentals)

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Farmingdale Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Farmingdale Apartments

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

685 Conklin Street

685 Conklin StreetFarmingdale, NY 11735
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property at 6A James St

6A James St

Huntington StationNY11746
property at 68 N 16th St

68 N 16th St

WyandanchNY11798

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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$2,330
Fairfield Manor At Farmingdale VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,395
Fairfield Courtyard At FarmingdaleStudio LowerStudio,1BA$2,410

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Melville, NY

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Melville area is the $3.35 price per square foot Secatogue - Two Bedroom Lower Model at Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale Village in the in the Downtown Bethpage neighborhood starting from $3,525. The second greatest value Melville apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Fairfield East At Farmingdale starting at $2,565 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Western Suffolk 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.
Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale VillageSecatogue - Two Bedroom Lower2BR,1BA$3.35
Fairfield East At FarmingdaleOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.57
The Lofts at 285 Eastern Parkway2 Bedroom / Call For Rent2BR,2BA$3.54
Fairfield Courtyard North At FarmingdaleThe Elizabeth Lower2BR,1BA$3.22
Woodbridge at Farmingdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.50
Fairfield Estates At Farmingdale VillageThe Prairie2BR,1BA$3.93
Avalon MelvilleA1-739-U1BR,1BA$4.59
Fairfield Courtyard East At FarmingdaleThe Emmet1BR,1BA$4.23
Fairfield Fieldstone At Farmingdale168 Fulton Street1BR,1BA$4.37
Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ CommunityArchdale1BR,1BA$3.13

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Getting Around Melville, NY

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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1 / 100

Minimal Transit

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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 $2,410.

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 $4,915.

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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