
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY from $1,850 (31 Rentals)
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17 Dorchester Rd, Unit Room 2

30 Campo Ave

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40 Bonnie Ln, Unit Drew

37 John St

The Waterfalls 55+

Fairfield At Selden
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3 Martin Pl, Unit 2nd floor

110 Clinton Ave

Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson

Fairfield At Lake Grove

Fairfield Centereach Gardens

60 Horseblock Rd

Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma
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Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma

16 Wildwood St

Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson

3 Crown St

7 Williams Blvd

Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove

28 Williams Blvd
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24 Williams Blvd

5 Williams Blvd

26 Williams Blvd

6 Williams Blvd

25 Spruce St

994 Old Medford Ave

21 Adamson St
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14 Locust St

22 Maplewood Ave

48 Pointe Cir S
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 | $2,490 | $2,245 | $2,890 |
| Cheap South Setauket 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,813 | $1,850 | $3,980 |
| Cheap South Setauket 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,666 | $2,200 | $4,886 |
| Cheap South Setauket 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,694 | $3,400 | $5,352 |
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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 The Waterfalls 55+ in the Five Corners neighborhood priced from $2,000. Fairfield At Selden in the Selden 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfalls 55+ | One Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Fairfield At Selden | The Arbor View Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Aster Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| Fairfield At Lake Grove | The Huron Upper | Studio,1BA | $2,245 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Bayberry Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,335 |
| Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma | The Imperial | 1BR,1BA | $2,460 |
| Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma | 595 | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Heatherwood House at Port Jefferson | Studio Upgrade | Studio,1BA | $2,520 |
| 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 September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Setauket area is the $2.27 price per square foot Cypress 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft Model at Fairfield Townhouses at Selden in the in the Coram neighborhood starting from $3,660. The second greatest value South Setauket apartment is the The Beech Loft Apartment Model at The Arboretum starting at $4,019 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Farmingville 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 | Cypress 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| The Arboretum | The Beech Loft Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| 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 |
| Vistas of Port Jefferson | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Heatherwood House at Ronkonkoma | The Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Fairfield Centereach Gardens | The Evergreen Lower | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Port Jefferson | The Boxwood Upper | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| The Waterfalls 55+ | One Bedroom Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 40 Bonnie Ln, Unit Drew | 40 Bonnie Ln | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Setauket Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Setauket Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Setauket Apartment is $2,000 at The Waterfalls 55+.
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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Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT
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