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Shelter Island Heights, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelter Island Heights, NY and Nearby

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelter Island Heights area is the $1.90 price per square foot Sailfish Model at The Edgewater in the in the South Lyme neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Shelter Island Heights apartment is the 2BD 2BA Model at Hanford Commons starting at $3,265 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Southwest New London Lyme neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelter Island Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The EdgewaterSailfish2BR,1.5BA$1.90
Hanford Commons2BD 2BA2BR,2BA$2.61
The Cove at Gateway CommonsAtlantic Townhouse1BR,1BA$2.19
Groton Townhouse ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - Renovated2BR,1BA$2.46
60 Mansfield Road Phase II1 Bedroom - 9A1BR,1BA$2.17
Eagle PointeTWO BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.12
Avery Heights Senior Living1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.30
Pequot VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.74
Gull Harbor Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.54
Vessel - Bank Street1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelter Island Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelter Island Heights?

There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Shelter Island Heights, NY with pricing that ranges from $905 to $100,000. There are also 99 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelter Island Heights ranging from $2,500 to $75,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelter Island Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelter Island Heights ranges from $2,500 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $25,627.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shelter Island Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shelter Island Heights range from $1,925 to $100,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $75,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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