Cheap Apartments for Rent in Saint James, NY from $1,200 (32 Rentals)

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property at 174 Mills Pond Rd

$1,800 - $2,400

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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174 Mills Pond Rd

Saint JamesNY11780
property at 202 Jefferson Ave

$2,245 - $3,205

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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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

Available Now

184 Hallock Rd

Lake GroveNY11755
property at 37 Elliott Pl

$2,240 - $2,505

1 Bedroom Rentals

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37 Elliott Pl

SmithtownNY11787

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property at 16 Chivalry Ln

$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jan 15, 2026

16 Chivalry Ln

NesconsetNY11767

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Saint James, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Saint James, NY

Pricing Updated: 12/18/2025

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
Head of the Harbor$3,095$1,80012
Nissequogue$3,195$1,8004

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. Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma in the Five Corners neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,124. 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
Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,124
Fairfield At Lake GroveThe Huron UpperStudio,1BA$2,195
Fairfield West At HauppaugeThe Sheffield LowerStudio,1BA$2,205
Fairfield At HauppaugeThe Savoy LowerStudio,1BA$2,210
Maple Garden ApartmentsOne Bedroom Upper1BR,1BA$2,215
Fairfield Estates At St JamesStudioStudio,1BA$2,245
Fairfield Centereach GardensThe Bayberry Upper1BR,1BA$2,245
Fairfield Manor at NesconsetSTUDIO LOWER LEVELStudio,1BA$2,295
Hawthorne LivingA061BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint James, NY

As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Saint James area is the $2.00 price per square foot 268 Browns Rd Model at 268 Browns Rd, Unit Browns in the in the Five Corners neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Saint James apartment is the B10 Model at The Shipyard at Port Jeff Harbor starting at $4,796 with a $3.34 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.
268 Browns Rd, Unit Browns268 Browns Rd3BR,2BA$2.00
The Shipyard at Port Jeff HarborB102BR,2BA$3.34
Heritage Spy Ring Golf ClubB102BR,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$3.03
Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson VillageTwo Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan2BR,2BA$2.84
2 Walnut St2 Walnut St3BR,1BA$3.24
Maple Garden ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Duplex2BR,1.5BA$2.60
Heatherwood House at RonkonkomaThe Imperial1BR,1BA$3.19
Mayfair GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.27

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Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $2,124 at Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma.

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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.