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707 Pawling Ave

897 Jefferson Hill Rd, Unit 4

4-6 Sheridan Ave

516 4th St

13 Western Ave
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897 Jefferson Hill Rd, Unit 2

21 Elk St

295 Lark St

845 New Scotland Ave

23 Hampton St

108 Second Ave
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316 2nd St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Nassau?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,914 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
| Nassau 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,240 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Nassau 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,535 | $1,850 | $10,000+ |
| Nassau 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,795 | $2,795 | $2,795 |
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Cheapest Available Nassau Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nassau, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Primrose Gardens in the Mount Hope neighborhood priced from $1,250. Greenbush Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,325. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nassau apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Greenbush Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nassau, NY and Nearby
As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nassau area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Locust View in the starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Nassau apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Greenbush Station starting at $1,525 with a $1.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Locust View | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Greenbush Station | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Woodhill Apartments | Reinhardt | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| TOWN CENTER | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | B1-1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| The Kennedy | 402 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 44 James | 211 | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Greenbush Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 39 Columbia Street | 410 | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Mill Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Primrose Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Nassau?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in Nassau, NY with pricing that ranges from $990 to $3,500. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nassau ranging from $1,200 to $16,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Nassau?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nassau ranges from $1,200 to $16,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,497.
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