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

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property at 8 Bunny Ln

$1,650

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Feb 1

8 Bunny Ln

East SetauketNY11733

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property at 111 College Rd

$2,115 - $2,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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111 College Rd

SeldenNY11784
property at 460 Old Town Rd

$2,200 - $2,800

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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460 Old Town Rd

Port Jefferson StationNY11776

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property at 184 Hallock Rd

$2,195 - $2,995

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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184 Hallock Rd

Lake GroveNY11755
property at 125 Terryville Rd

$2,415 - $2,835

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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125 Terryville Rd

Port Jefferson StationNY11776

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property at 27 Williams Blvd

$2,610 - $3,245

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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27 Williams Blvd

Lake GroveNY11755
property at 6 Williams Blvd

$2,610 - $2,655

1 Bedroom Rentals

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6 Williams Blvd

Lake GroveNY11755
property at 9 Williams Blvd

$2,610 - $2,700

1 Bedroom Rentals

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9 Williams Blvd

Lake GroveNY11755

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property at 1 Williams Blvd

$2,635 - $2,700

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1 Williams Blvd

Lake GroveNY11755
property at 6 Gaines Dr

$1,800

1 Bedroom Rentals

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6 Gaines Dr

FarmingvilleNY11738

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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadows at Lake Ronkonkoma1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,107
Fairfield At SeldenThe Arbor View Lower1BR,1BA$2,115
Fairfield At Lake GroveThe Huron UpperStudio,1BA$2,195
Fairfield Gardens At Port JeffersonThe Aster Upper1BR,1BA$2,200
Fairfield Centereach GardensThe Bayberry Upper1BR,1BA$2,245
Heatherwood House at Port JeffersonStudio UpgradeStudio,1BA$2,411
Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 690 sq. ft.1BR,1BA$2,610
Heatherwood House at RonkonkomaThe Imperial1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The ArboretumThe Pine2BR,2.5BA$2.63
Fairfield Townhouses at SeldenBayberry 2BR, 2BTH, Plus Loft2BR,2BA$2.27
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
37 John St, Unit 137 John St4BR,1.5BA$2.89
Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson VillageTwo Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan2BR,2BA$2.84
Vistas of Port JeffersonB22BR,2BA$2.51
Fairfield Centereach GardensThe Evergreen Lower2BR,1BA$2.90
Fairfield Gardens At Port JeffersonThe Boxwood Upper2BR,1BA$3.02
14 Winside Ln, Unit Apartment14 Winside Ln1BR,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.

Expert Rental Resources

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Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

Written by: M. April Tome

I'm April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Bridgeport, CT. I have lived in Fairfield County for over thirty years. I decided to downsize and move to a city with more amenities and affordable rental options.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.