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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
John Wesley Village II Adult Community , 55+
588 Middle RdRiverhead, NY 11901
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Oakview Apartments
1 Homestead DrCoram, NY 11727
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverhead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Riverhead Studio Apartments | $2,134 | $1,835 | $2,579 |
| Cheap Riverhead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $1,794 | $4,507 |
| Cheap Riverhead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,239 | $2,495 | $5,408 |
| Cheap Riverhead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,941 | $2,985 | $4,554 |
| Cheap Riverhead 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Riverhead, NY
Pricing Updated: 11/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Riverhead, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Riverhead Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Riverhead | $2,752 | $1,794 | 16 |
| Eastern Suffolk | $4,995 | $1,008 | 1452 |
| Outlying Eastern Suffolk | $70,000 | $1,675 | 149 |
Cheapest Available Riverhead Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Riverhead, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at John Wesley Village III in the Outlying Eastern Suffolk neighborhood priced from $1,699. Oakview Apartments in the Gordon Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,835. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Riverhead apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Wesley Village III | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Oakview Apartments | Studio Upper | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| Pine Hills South | The Cambridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverhead, NY
As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverhead area is the $1.51 price per square foot CEDAR 3 BR/2 BATH Model at Fairfield Townhouses East at Coram in the in the Gordon Heights neighborhood starting from $3,920. The second greatest value Riverhead apartment is the C1F Model at Heritage Pine Hills Country Club starting at $3,476 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Poospatuck Reservation neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverhead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Townhouses East at Coram | CEDAR 3 BR/2 BATH | 3BR,3BA | $1.51 |
| Heritage Pine Hills Country Club | C1F | 3BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Fairfield Townhouses At Ridge | The Cherry | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Mirror Pond | The Duplex | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.86 |
| Stonegate | The Limestone | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Fairfield Courtyard At Middle Island | The Knoll | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Fairfield Pines | The Stafford | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Fairfield Knolls East | The Horizon | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| Rosemont Brookhaven | Amelia | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| John Wesley Village III | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
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Best Local Schools in Riverhead, NY
Pulaski Street Elementary School
Riverhead Central School District
Public School - Grades 5-6 (740)
5 out of 10
Riverhead Senior High School
Riverhead Central School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2001)
3 out of 10
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Getting Around Riverhead, NY
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverhead Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverhead?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverhead is under $2,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverhead?
The cheapest apartment in Riverhead is John Wesley Village III which is listed at $1,699, while the average apartment in Riverhead costs $25,915.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverhead?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 143 regular apartments in Riverhead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Riverhead?
Cheap apartments in Riverhead have an average cost of $375 which is $25,540 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverhead.
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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.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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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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