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property at 8 Bunny Ln

8 Bunny Ln

East SetauketNY11733

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property at 34 Clover Ave

34 Clover Ave

FarmingvilleNY11738

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property at 460 Old Town Rd

460 Old Town Rd

Port Jefferson StationNY11776
property at 6 Presidents Dr

6 Presidents Dr

Port JeffersonNY11777

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property at 34 Clover Ave

34 Clover Ave

FarmingvilleNY11738

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property at 2 Debron Ct

2 Debron Ct

CentereachNY11720
property at 148 Noel Dr

148 Noel Dr

CentereachNY11720
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South Setauket, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Setauket Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Setauket, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairfield At Selden in the Central Suffolk neighborhood priced from $2,115. Fairfield Gardens 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 South Setauket apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairfield At SeldenThe Arbor View Lower1BR,1BA$2,115
Fairfield Gardens At Port JeffersonThe Aster Upper1BR,1BA$2,150
Fairfield At Lake GroveThe Huron UpperStudio,1BA$2,195
Fairfield Centereach GardensThe Bayberry Upper1BR,1BA$2,245
Heatherwood House at RonkonkomaThe Imperial1BR,1BA$2,350
Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments1B - Down End1BR,1BA$2,400
Vistas of Port JeffersonA11BR,1BA$2,556
Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 690 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$2,610
Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson1 Bedroom Upgrade1BR,1BA$2,613

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY

As of August 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Setauket area is the $2.27 price per square foot Bayberry 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft Model at Fairfield Townhouses at Selden in the in the Central Suffolk neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value South Setauket apartment is the The Oak Model at The Arboretum starting at $3,495 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Birchwood Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Setauket apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairfield Townhouses at SeldenBayberry 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft2BR,2BA$2.27
The ArboretumThe Oak2BR,2BA$2.47
6 Scotch Pine Ln, Unit 66 Scotch Pine Ln2BR,1BA$2.14
The Villas at SetauketC - The Port Jefferson2BR,2.5BA$2.83
Fairfield Knolls North At Port JeffersonThe Aspen I B W/O2BR,2BA$3.03
Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments2B- Upstairs End1BR,1BA$2.62
Fairfield Gardens At Port JeffersonThe Boxwood Upper2BR,1BA$2.97
Vistas of Port JeffersonA11BR,1BA$3.13
Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson1 Bedroom Upgrade1BR,1BA$3.21
Heatherwood House at RonkonkomaThe Imperial1BR,1BA$2.92

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Getting Around South Setauket, NY

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36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Setauket Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Setauket?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Setauket is at Fairfield At Lake Grove listed at $2,195.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Setauket Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Setauket Apartment is $2,115 at Fairfield At Selden.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Setauket Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Setauket is starting from $2,740 at Fairfield Centereach Gardens.

What is the most affordable South Setauket Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Setauket Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield At Ronkonkoma and starts from $3,815.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.