
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shirley, NY from $1,700 (36 Rentals)
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28 Sheridan Dr

138 Neighborhood Rd

Pinehurst Apartments 55+

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99 Neptune Ave, Unit Apartment

Fairfield Creekside At Patchogue Village

Fairfield Courtyard At Coram

Villas at Pine Hills

Pine Hills South
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Fairfield Westlake At Patchogue

Fairfield On The Bay

Fairfield Lakeside At Moriches

Fairfield At East Patchogue

Renaissance Villas 55+

Fairfield Courtyard At Middle Island

Fairfield North At Patchogue
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Fairfield Village At Middle Island

Lakeside Village

Fairfield Hillside At Coram

Heatherwood House at Patchogue

Fairfield Victorian at Patchogue Village

Renaissance Bay

Rosemont Brookhaven

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The Reserve at the Boulevard

Fairfield Villas At Medford
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Walden Pond at East Moriches 55+ Community

Fairfield Knolls East

Medford Pond

6 President Rd

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The Brio at The Boulevard

Meadows at East Patchogue

Greybarn Patchogue

2 Orchard Neck Rd

66 Magnolia Dr
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Shirley, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shirley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Studio Apartments | $2,016 | $1,925 | $2,237 |
| Shirley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $1,732 | $4,200 |
| Shirley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,263 | $2,337 | $4,378 |
| Shirley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,203 | $2,640 | $5,036 |
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Cheapest Available Shirley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shirley, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Pinehurst Apartments 55+ in the East Patchogue neighborhood priced from $1,732. Fairfield Creekside At Patchogue Village in the Patchogue neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shirley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinehurst Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,732 |
| Fairfield Creekside At Patchogue Village | The Great South Bay Upper | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| Fairfield Courtyard At Coram | Residence 3N | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Villas at Pine Hills | The Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,957 |
| Pine Hills South | The Cambridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
| Oakview Apartments | 1 Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,060 |
| Brookwood at Ridge | One Bedroom (Upstairs) | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Fairfield Westlake At Patchogue | The Westlake Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Fairfield On The Bay | The Arbor View Upper | Studio,1BA | $2,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shirley, NY
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shirley area is the $2.98 price per square foot A5-02 Model at The Brio at The Boulevard in the in the Yaphank neighborhood starting from $4,359. The second greatest value Shirley apartment is the C1F Model at Heritage Pine Hills Country Club starting at $3,690 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Manorville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shirley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brio at The Boulevard | A5-02 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.98 |
| Heritage Pine Hills Country Club | C1F | 3BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Fairfield Townhouses At Ridge | The Cherry | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Medford Pond | The Birch | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Walden Pond at East Moriches 55+ Community | Amherst - Penthouse Level | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| Sutton Landing at Patchogue | Finch | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Fairfield At East Patchogue | The South Country | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Fairfield Courtyard At Middle Island | The Knoll | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Fairfield North At Patchogue | The Everest End | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Pinehurst Apartments 55+ | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shirley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shirley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shirley is at Fairfield Creekside At Patchogue Village listed at $1,925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shirley Apartment is $1,732 at Pinehurst Apartments 55+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shirley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shirley is starting from $2,295 at Oakview Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shirley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield Westlake At Patchogue and starts from $2,640.
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