
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY from $1,900 (45 Rentals)
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8 Bunny Ln

19 Shamrock Ln

14 Winside Ln, Unit Apartment

9 Charles St

37 Knollcrest Ave

The Waterfalls 55+

Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma

Fairfield At Selden
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3 William St, Unit 1

14 N 4th St

Fairfield At Lake Grove

Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson

67 Avenue A

Fairfield Centereach Gardens

60 Horseblock Rd

111 College Rd

460 Old Town Rd
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58 Horseblock Rd

184 Hallock Rd

Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson

125 Terryville Rd

1 Beech Dr

51 Peconic St

22 Williams Blvd

5 Williams Blvd

Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove
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7 Williams Blvd

27 Williams Blvd

28 Williams Blvd

25 Williams Blvd

6 Williams Blvd

Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma

24 Williams Blvd

9 Williams Blvd

6 Presidents Dr
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15 Williams Blvd

1 Williams Blvd

6 Gaines Dr

9A Hemlock Dr

3 Osage Ct

3 William St

84 Pleasure Ave

27 Inwood Ave

9D Hemlock Dr
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South Setauket, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Setauket?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap South Setauket Studio Apartments | $2,345 | $2,195 | $2,421 |
| Cheap South Setauket 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $1,900 | $3,980 |
| Cheap South Setauket 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,611 | $2,200 | $6,403 |
| Cheap South Setauket 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,724 | $3,300 | $5,617 |
| Cheap South Setauket 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Available South Setauket Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Setauket, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma in the Five Corners neighborhood priced from $2,107. Fairfield At Selden in the Central Suffolk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,115. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Setauket apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,107 |
| Fairfield At Selden | The Arbor View Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| Fairfield At Lake Grove | The Huron Upper | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Aster Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Bayberry Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $2,411 |
| Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 690 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2,610 |
| Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma | The Imperial | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Setauket area is the $2.63 price per square foot The Pine Model at The Arboretum in the in the Birchwood Glen neighborhood starting from $4,410. The second greatest value South Setauket apartment is the Bayberry 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft Model at Fairfield Townhouses at Selden starting at $3,650 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Central Suffolk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Setauket apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arboretum | The Pine | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
| Fairfield Townhouses at Selden | Bayberry 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| The Villas at Setauket | C - The Port Jefferson | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.83 |
| Fairfield Knolls North At Port Jefferson | The Aspen I B W/O | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| 37 John St, Unit 1 | 37 John St | 4BR,1.5BA | $2.89 |
| Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson Village | Two Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Vistas of Port Jefferson | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Evergreen Lower | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Boxwood Upper | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 14 Winside Ln, Unit Apartment | 14 Winside Ln | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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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 $2,107 at Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma.
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 $2,790 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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