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South Setauket, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Setauket Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
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$2,295
Heatherwood House at Port JeffersonStudio UpgradeStudio,1BA$2,381

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY and Nearby

As of May 27, 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 $3,830 with a $2.65 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 Beech Loft Apartment2BR,2BA$2.65
The Villas at SetauketC - The Port Jefferson2BR,2.5BA$2.89
Fairfield Knolls North At Port JeffersonThe Aspen I B W/O2BR,2BA$3.10
Fairfield Landmark At Port Jefferson VillageTwo Bedroom First Floor Ranch Alvord Floor Plan2BR,2BA$2.84
Fairfield Gables At South SetauketHermes II1BR,2BA$3.34
Heatherwood House at RonkonkomaThe Deluxe2BR,1BA$3.27
Fairfield Centereach GardensThe Evergreen Lower2BR,1BA$2.95
Fairfield Gardens At Port JeffersonThe Boxwood Upper2BR,1BA$3.02
Fairfield At SeldenThe Berkshire Upper1BR,1BA$3.23

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Setauket

What type of rentals are currently available in South Setauket?

There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in South Setauket, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $9,608. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Setauket ranging from $1,000 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Setauket?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Setauket ranges from $1,000 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,423.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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 Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.