
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Saint James, NY from $1,800 (40 Rentals)
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198 B Jefferson Ave

Mayfair Gardens

156 Smithtown Blvd

19 Laurel St

The Waterfalls 55+

Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma

Fairfield At Smithtown
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Fairfield At Lake Grove

Renaissance Hills

Hawthorne Living

Fairfield At Hauppauge

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Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma

Fairfield Centereach Gardens
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Fairfield Manor at Nesconset

Fairfield At New England Village

Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments

Fairfield Falls at Port Jefferson

7 Harbor View Rd

16 Wildwood St

28 Williams Blvd

5 Williams Blvd
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Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove

6 Williams Blvd

25 Williams Blvd

24 Williams Blvd

25 Spruce St

116 Smithtown Blvd

Willow Lake Apartments

44 NY-25A
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30 Madeley Ln

5 Evelyn Rd

Longbotham House Apartments

84 Pleasure Ave

Maple Garden Apartments

460 Old Town Rd

91 Richmond Blvd

77 Richmond Blvd
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Saint James, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saint James?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Saint James Studio Apartments | $2,193 | $1,850 | $2,335 |
| Cheap Saint James 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $1,995 | $4,610 |
| Cheap Saint James 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,781 | $2,200 | $5,840 |
| Cheap Saint James 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,553 | $3,950 | $5,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Saint James, NY
Pricing Updated: 06/14/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head of the Harbor | $3,225 | $2,195 | 11 |
| Nissequogue | $3,225 | $2,245 | 4 |
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 $2,115. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield At Smithtown | The Quinton | Studio,1BA | $2,115 |
| Fairfield At Lake Grove | The Huron Upper | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Hawthorne Living | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Fairfield At Hauppauge | The Savoy Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,235 |
| Fairfield Estates At St James | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Fairfield West At Hauppauge | The Sheffield Lower | Studio,1BA | $2,255 |
| Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma | The Imperial | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Bayberry Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Maple Garden Apartments | One Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saint James, NY
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saint James area is the $3.10 price per square foot The Aspen I B W/O Model at Fairfield Knolls North At Port Jefferson in the in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood starting from $4,080. The second greatest value Saint James apartment is the B5 Model at Heritage Spy Ring Golf Club starting at $4,626 with a $3.73 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Knolls North At Port Jefferson | The Aspen I B W/O | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Heritage Spy Ring Golf Club | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.73 |
| Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson Village | Two Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Fairfield Gables At South Setauket | Hermes II | 1BR,2BA | $3.34 |
| Avalon Commons | B1R | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma | The Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Maple Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom Duplex | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Evergreen Lower | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Willow Lake Apartments | Model C 1 Bedroom Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Mayfair Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
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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 $2,115.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint James Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saint James Apartment is $2,200 at Hawthorne Living.
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 $2,600 at Hawthorne Living.
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 $3,950.
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