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How much does it cost to rent a home in Plainview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plainview 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Plainview 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,693 | $3,850 | $5,500 |
| Plainview 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,609 | $4,500 | $9,000 |
| Plainview 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,117 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
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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 $2,280. Fairfield Manor At Farmingdale Village in the Farmingdale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plainview apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ Community | Archdale | 1BR,1BA | $2,280 |
| Fairfield Manor At Farmingdale Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Fairfield Courtyard At Farmingdale | Studio Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plainview, NY and Nearby
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plainview area is the $2.19 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / Call For Rent Model at The Lofts at 285 Eastern Parkway in the in the Farmingdale neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Plainview apartment is the Secatogue - Two Bedroom Lower Model at Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale Village starting at $3,545 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the Farmingdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plainview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at 285 Eastern Parkway | 2 Bedroom / Call For Rent | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale Village | Secatogue - Two Bedroom Lower | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 172 Jerusalem Ave, Unit 1st Fl | 172 Jerusalem Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Greybarn Amityville | 10GL 312 | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Fairfield Estates At Farmingdale Village | The Prairie | 2BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Heritage Oyster Bay | Andover Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $4.42 |
| Southwood Luxury Apartments | One Bedroom Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Fairfield Courtyard East At Farmingdale | The Emmet | 1BR,1BA | $4.40 |
| Fairfield Fieldstone At Farmingdale | 168 Fulton Street | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
| Zen Long Island at Wheatley Heights 55+ Community | Archdale | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Plainview?
There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Plainview, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $9,000. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Plainview ranging from $2,700 to $12,000.
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 $2,700 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,354.
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