
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Smithtown, NY from $1,800 (39 Rentals)
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Fairfield Manor at Nesconset

37 Elliott Pl

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590 Landing Ave, Unit #1

668 Veterans Memorial Hwy

Willow Lake Apartments

44 NY-25A

The Lofts at Maple & Main

Avalon Commons
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Maple Garden Apartments

Mayfair Gardens

39 Wenwood Dr

Kings Park Manor Apartments 55 and Older

Renaissance Hills

Fairfield At Hauppauge

Fairfield Estates At St James

Fairfield West At Hauppauge

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Eagle Rock Apartments at Nesconset
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198 B Jefferson Ave

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143 Beaver Dr, Unit Second floor unit

Fairfield At New England Village

433 Lincoln Blvd

Fairfield Village At Commack

662 Veterans Memorial Hwy

116 Smithtown Blvd

Fieldstone at Commack East

Fairfield At Kings Park
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55 Fairfield Way

202 A Jefferson Ave

30 Madeley Ln

41 Gibbs Rd

4 E Walnut St

91 Richmond Blvd

77 Richmond Blvd

175 Richmond Blvd

158 Mohawk St
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Fieldstone at Commack 55+

57 Penn St

38 Sage St
Smithtown, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Smithtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Smithtown Studio Apartments | $2,190 | $1,850 | $2,315 |
| Cheap Smithtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,735 | $2,000 | $4,650 |
| Cheap Smithtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,464 | $2,200 | $5,840 |
| Cheap Smithtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,277 | $3,950 | $5,750 |
| Cheap Smithtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,925 | $4,100 | $5,750 |
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Cheapest Available Smithtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Smithtown, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield At Smithtown in the Village of the Branch neighborhood priced from $2,115. Fairfield At Hauppauge in the Mayfair neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,235. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Smithtown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield At Smithtown | The Quinton | Studio,1BA | $2,115 |
| 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 |
| Maple Garden Apartments | One Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Fairfield Manor at Nesconset | STUDIO LOWER LEVEL | Studio,1BA | $2,315 |
| Fairfield At New England Village | The Regent Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Mayfair Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Fairfield Village At Commack | The Madison II | 1BR,1BA | $2,660 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smithtown, NY
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Smithtown area is the $4.00 price per square foot B5 Model at Carlow in the in the Lake Ronkonkoma neighborhood starting from $5,840. The second greatest value Smithtown apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome Model at The Cornerstone at Hauppauge 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes starting at $3,906 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Courthouse Commons neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Smithtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow | B5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.00 |
| The Cornerstone at Hauppauge 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Avalon Commons | B3R | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Maple Garden Apartments | Two Bedroom Duplex | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Willow Lake Apartments | Model C 1 Bedroom Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Nesconset | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| Fieldstone at Commack East | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Mayfair Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Fairfield Village At Commack | The Madison II | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Renaissance Hills | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
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Best Local Schools in Smithtown, NY
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
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Accompsett Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smithtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Smithtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Smithtown is at Fairfield At Smithtown listed at $2,115.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Smithtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Smithtown Apartment is $2,265 at Fairfield At Smithtown.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Smithtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Smithtown is starting from $2,625 at Maple Garden Apartments.
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