Cheap Apartments for Rent in Saint James, NY from $1,500 (31 Rentals)

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property at 174 Mills Pond Rd

$1,700 - $2,200

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174 Mills Pond Rd

Saint JamesNY11780
property at 200 Jefferson Ave

$2,245 - $2,655

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200 Jefferson Ave

Saint JamesNY11780
property at 202 Jefferson Ave

$2,245 - $3,205

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202 Jefferson Ave

Saint JamesNY11780

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property at 184 Hallock Rd

$2,195 - $2,995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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184 Hallock Rd

Lake GroveNY11755

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Saint James, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Saint James, NY

Pricing Updated: 01/27/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Saint James, 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 Saint James Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Nissequogue$3,195$1,7004
Head of the Harbor$3,500$1,50017

Cheapest Available Saint James Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Saint James, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield At Smithtown in the Village of the Branch neighborhood priced from $2,095. Fairfield At Lake Grove in the Five Corners neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Saint James apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairfield At SmithtownThe QuintonStudio,1BA$2,095
Fairfield At Lake GroveThe Huron UpperStudio,1BA$2,195
Fairfield At HauppaugeThe Savoy LowerStudio,1BA$2,210
Maple Garden ApartmentsOne Bedroom Upper1BR,1BA$2,215
Fairfield West At HauppaugeThe Sheffield LowerStudio,1BA$2,230
Fairfield Estates At St JamesStudioStudio,1BA$2,245
Fairfield Centereach GardensThe Bayberry Upper1BR,1BA$2,245
Hawthorne LivingA061BR,1BA$2,300
Fairfield Manor at NesconsetSTUDIO LOWER LEVELStudio,1BA$2,315

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint James, NY

As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saint James area is the $3.33 price per square foot C3 Model at Heritage Spy Ring Golf Club in the in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood starting from $4,974. The second greatest value Saint James apartment is the C - The Port Jefferson Model at The Villas at Setauket starting at $3,925 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saint James apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Heritage Spy Ring Golf ClubC33BR,2BA$3.33
The Villas at SetauketC - The Port Jefferson2BR,2.5BA$2.83
Fairfield Knolls North At Port JeffersonThe Aspen I B W/O2BR,2BA$3.10
Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson VillageTwo Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan2BR,2BA$2.84
Fairfield Gables At South SetauketHermes II1BR,2BA$3.34
Maple Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Duplex2BR,1.5BA$2.60
Fairfield Centereach GardensThe Evergreen Lower2BR,1BA$2.90
Heatherwood House at RonkonkomaThe Imperial1BR,1BA$3.21
Mayfair GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.27
15 Maple Ave, Unit Apartment15 Maple AveStudio ,1BA$3.03

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saint James Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Saint James?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Saint James is at Fairfield At Smithtown listed at $2,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint James Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint James Apartment is $2,215 at Maple Garden Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Saint James Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Saint James is starting from $2,545 at Maple Garden Apartments.

What is the most affordable Saint James Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Saint James Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Renaissance Hills and starts from $3,621.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.