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Setauket, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Setauket Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Setauket, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield At Port Jefferson in the The Villages at Mount Sinai Park neighborhood priced from $2,145. Maple Crest Apartments at Port Jefferson in the The Villages at Mount Sinai Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Setauket apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairfield At Port JeffersonSkipperStudio,1BA$2,145
Maple Crest Apartments at Port JeffersonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,150
Fairfield At Lake GroveThe Huron UpperStudio,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Setauket, NY and Nearby

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Setauket area is the $2.89 price per square foot C - The Port Jefferson Model at The Villas at Setauket in the in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood starting from $3,999. The second greatest value Setauket apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Brookport starting at $4,200 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Setauket East Setauket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Setauket apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Villas at SetauketC - The Port Jefferson2BR,2.5BA$2.89
The BrookportTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.13
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
4515 Nesconset Hwy, Unit 14515 Nesconset Hwy2BR,1BA$2.36
The Barnum House2x1 980-11252BR,1BA$3.14
One North1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.95
Fairfield Gardens At Port JeffersonThe Boxwood Upper2BR,1BA$3.02
Maple Crest Apartments at Port JeffersonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.84

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Frequently Asked Questions about Setauket

What type of rentals are currently available in Setauket?

There are currently 99 Apartments for Rent in Setauket, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,550 to $5,337. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Setauket ranging from $1,300 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Setauket?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Setauket ranges from $1,300 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,328.

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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Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

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I'm April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Bridgeport, CT. I have lived in Fairfield County for over thirty years. I decided to downsize and move to a city with more amenities and affordable rental options.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.