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21 Twin Lawns Ave

HicksvilleNY11801

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Plainview, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Plainview Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plainview, 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. The Niche at 7th Street Gardens in the West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainview apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ CommunityArchdale1BR,1BA$1,940
The Niche at 7th Street Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,100
Zen Long Island at Amityville 55+ CommunityAurora1BR,1BA$2,183

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainview, NY and Nearby

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainview area is the $3.50 price per square foot Penthouse Model at 1090 New York Ave in the in the Caledonia neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Plainview 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 Plainview apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1090 New York AvePenthouse2BR,1BA$3.50
Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale VillageSecatogue - Two Bedroom Lower2BR,1BA$3.34
Heritage Oyster BayGeorgetown Upgrade1BR,1BA$3.66
242 Park Ave242 Park Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
The Lofts at 285 Eastern Parkway2 Bedroom / Call For Rent2BR,2BA$3.64
Eagle Rock Apartments at Huntington StationB1 - 2x12BR,1BA$2.76
Krystie Manor (55+ Community)A1 1 Bed/1Bath1BR,1BA$2.80
Southwood Luxury ApartmentsThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.37
The Niche at 7th Street Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.23
Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ CommunityArchdale1BR,1BA$3.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plainview

What type of rentals are currently available in Plainview?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in Plainview, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $6,140. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plainview ranging from $2,500 to $8,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Plainview?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Plainview ranges from $2,500 to $8,800 with an average monthly rent of $5,165.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.