
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Valley Stream, NY from $1,400 (55 Rentals)
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203 Rockaway Pkwy

27 Caldwell Rd

1069 Fenwood Dr

40 S Corona Ave

50-52-52 Gibson Blvd

62 Ash St

Mayfield Estates

Parkview Estates

Pagan Fletcher House Apartments
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86 Woodlawn Ave

988 Fenwood Dr

Sun Valley Towers

306 Lehrer Ave

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259-62 148th Ave, Unit 1 bedroom apartment

149-65-149257 257th St

311 Madison Ave

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13177 228th St

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183 Lefferts Rd

32 Waterview Pl
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13517 230th St, Unit A

120-33 200th St

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138 Lyon Pl, Unit 138 Lyon place Lynbrook #

139-51 231st St, Unit 1

Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett

873 Custer St

Maple Crest Apartments at East Rockaway

Fairfield At Cedarhurst

169 Litchfield Ave

243-12-243144 144th Ave
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116-39 220th St

Fairfield Estates At Woodmere

223 Scherer Blvd

214-36 112th Rd

Fairfield Town Centre At Hewlett

Fairfield Town Centre At Hewlett

Fairfield Gables At Cedarhurst Village

241-25 144th Ave

412 Keller Ave

232 Catherine Ave
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86 Murray Hill St

149-69 257th St

Fairfield West Broadway At Hewlett

230-03 144th Ave

21726 138th Rd, Unit 2

225-18 S Conduit Ave

857 Cleveland St

246-07 137th Rd

The Colonnade Apartments

1100 Ward Place
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Valley Stream, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Valley Stream?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Valley Stream Studio Apartments | $2,219 | $1,800 | $2,990 |
| Cheap Valley Stream 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,700 | $4,075 |
| Cheap Valley Stream 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,275 | $2,200 | $4,465 |
| Cheap Valley Stream 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,710 | $3,000 | $4,590 |
| Cheap Valley Stream 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,220 | $4,000 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Valley Stream Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Valley Stream, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett in the Business District neighborhood priced from $2,015. South Grove Apartments in the Central Valley Stream neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Valley Stream apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett | Residence 6A | Studio,1BA | $2,015 |
| South Grove Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Maple Crest Apartments at East Rockaway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Fairfield At Cedarhurst | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Fairfield Estates At Woodmere | The Atlantic II | Studio,1BA | $2,215 |
| Fairfield Town Centre At Hewlett | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley Stream, NY
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley Stream area is the $1.66 price per square foot 128 E Maple St Model at 128 E Maple St, Unit LG Bright 3 BDRM in the in the Central Valley Stream neighborhood starting from $3,495. The second greatest value Valley Stream apartment is the 23939 148th Ave Model at 23939 148th Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,400 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Rochdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley Stream apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 128 E Maple St, Unit LG Bright 3 BDRM | 128 E Maple St | 3BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 23939 148th Ave, Unit 2 | 23939 148th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 11828 203rd St, Unit 2 Floor | 11828 203rd St | 4BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park House | Residence D5 | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 13517 230th St, Unit A | 13517 230th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Fairfield Town Centre At Hewlett | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Fairfield Terrace At Lynbrook Village | Residence 1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| South Grove Apartments | 1br | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Maple Crest Apartments at East Rockaway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Valley Stream Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Valley Stream?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Valley Stream is at Fairfield Tudor At Hewlett listed at $2,015.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Stream Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Stream Apartment is $2,150 at South Grove Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Valley Stream Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Valley Stream is starting from $2,500 at Fairfield Residences At Cedarhurst Park House.
What is the most affordable Valley Stream Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Valley Stream Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield Lafayette Place At Woodmere and starts from $3,385.
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