
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nassau, NY from $900 (36 Rentals)
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Pinetree Apartments

Homeroom Lofts

The Kenmore

@Hudson Park

Primrose Gardens

20 Park Residences

The Knick

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56 Shelterwood Rd, Unit G
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Mill Creek

The Apartments at 66 State

39 Columbia Street

Brafferton Square Apartments

Industrie Apartments

412 Broadway

Greenbush Station

Abraxas at 90 State

The Rise: Downtown
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Oakbrook Manor

1327 1st St

395 Livingston Ave

516 4th St

120 Hamilton St

Brooke Pointe

96 Grand St

380 Orange St

21 Elk St
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127 Dove St

11 Osborne St

Greenbush Terrace

The McManus

221 Lancaster St

Park Place at 60 State

594 Madison Ave

79 Second Ave

The Arcade Building
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Nassau, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nassau?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau Studio Apartments | $1,599 | $990 | $1,945 |
| Nassau 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $990 | $2,375 |
| Nassau 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $1,235 | $3,585 |
| Nassau 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,469 | $1,991 | $3,005 |
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Cheapest Available Nassau Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nassau, NY is a Studio unit found at 20 Park Residences in the Mount Hope neighborhood priced from $1,250. Primrose Gardens in the Rensselaer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nassau apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Park Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Primrose Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Mill Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,384 |
| Brafferton Square Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath w/Hot Water & Heat | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 39 Columbia Street | 410 | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
| The Kenmore | 307 | 1BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Industrie Apartments | Apartment Type A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,497 |
| Greenbush Station | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| The Rise: Downtown | S - B | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nassau, NY and Nearby
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nassau area is the $1.62 price per square foot 3BD / 2.5BA TH - 1465 sq ft (2) Model at Park Place at Glenmont Square, LLC in the starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Nassau apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Locust View starting at $1,900 with a $1.48 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nassau apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place at Glenmont Square, LLC | 3BD / 2.5BA TH - 1465 sq ft (2) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.62 |
| Locust View | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Greenbush Station | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Woodhill Apartments | Reinhardt | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments & Townhomes at Rensselaer | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
| The Kennedy | 402 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 44 James | 211 | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 56 Shelterwood Rd, Unit G | 56 Shelterwood Rd | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
| 39 Columbia Street | 410 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Mill Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nassau Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nassau?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nassau is at 20 Park Residences listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nassau Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nassau Apartment is $1,250 at Primrose Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nassau Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nassau is starting from $1,525 at Greenbush Station.
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