
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY from $1,500 (33 Rentals)
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Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments

17 Dorchester Rd, Unit Room 2, Unit Room 2

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5 View Ct

37 Knollcrest Ave

15 Donald St

51 Peconic St

The Waterfalls 55+
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1 Beech Dr

Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma

Fairfield At Selden

Fairfield At Lake Grove

Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson

Fairfield Centereach Gardens

60 Horseblock Rd

3 Partridge Ln
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58 Horseblock Rd

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11 Fiesta Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1

347 Hawkins Ave

Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma

Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson

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4515 Nesconset Hwy, Unit 1, Unit 1

4515 Nesconset Hwy, Unit Duplicate of 2

30 Madeley Ln
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23 Barbara Dr

21 Sierra Ct

23 Sierra Ct

4 1st St

37 El Camino Ct

84 Pleasure Ave

503 Canal Rd

11 Laramie Ct
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460 Old Town Rd
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 | $2,258 | $1,550 | $2,464 |
| Cheap South Setauket 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $1,900 | $6,855 |
| Cheap South Setauket 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,619 | $2,200 | $6,779 |
| Cheap South Setauket 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,505 | $3,800 | $5,895 |
| Cheap South Setauket 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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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 Fairfield At Selden in the Central Suffolk neighborhood priced from $2,115. Fairfield At Lake Grove in the Five Corners neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Setauket apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $2,295 |
| Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma | The Imperial | 1BR,1BA | $2,460 |
| Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $2,464 |
| Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 690 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $2,610 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY
As of April 21, 2026 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 Beech Loft Apartment Model at The Arboretum starting at $4,143 with a $2.86 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Townhouses at Selden | Bayberry 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| The Arboretum | The Beech Loft Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| The Villas at Setauket | C - The Port Jefferson | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.89 |
| 16 Linden St, Unit 1 | 16 Linden St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.86 |
| Fairfield Knolls North At Port Jefferson | The Aspen I B W/O | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson Village | Two Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| 4515 Nesconset Hwy, Unit 1 | 4515 Nesconset Hwy | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Evergreen Lower | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Boxwood Upper | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 22 Oneida Ave, Unit Oneida | 22 Oneida Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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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 $2,830 at Fairfield At Selden.
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 $3,880.
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