Cheap Homes for Rent in Forest City Neighborhood of Wantagh, NY from $2,000 (5 Rentals)

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property at 185 Ava Dr

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

185 Ava Dr

East MeadowNY11554

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property at 42 Hamilton Rd

$3,500

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$3,500

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$3,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

42 Hamilton Rd, Unit Left, Unit Left

42 Hamilton Rd
North MerrickNY11566

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Forest City, Wantagh, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest City area of Long Island, NY is a Studio unit found at 45 Broadway priced from $1,895. Brixton Lane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,561. Here are the most affordable Forest City apartments for rent in Long Island, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
45 BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Brixton Lane ApartmentsA1 - 1x1 - Brixton Lane1BR,1BA$2,561
Fairfield Village at Levittown1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 595 sq. ft. (Cambridge Village)1BR,1BA$2,835

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest City, NY

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest City area is the $3.29 price per square foot B1 - 2x1 - Brixton Lane Model at Brixton Lane Apartments in the in the Barnum Woods neighborhood starting from $3,111. The second greatest value Forest City apartment is the Residence 28 1BR/1 BTH 640sf Model at Fairfield Square at East Meadow starting at $2,875 with a $4.49 price per square foot in the Barnum Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brixton Lane ApartmentsB1 - 2x1 - Brixton Lane2BR,1BA$3.29
Fairfield Square at East MeadowResidence 28 1BR/1 BTH 640sf1BR,1BA$4.49
45 BroadwayStudioStudio ,1BA$3.11
Fairfield Village at Levittown1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 595 sq. ft. (Cambridge Village)1BR,1BA$4.76

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Forest City, Wantagh, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest City

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest City?

There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Forest City, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $4,000. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest City ranging from $2,000 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest City ranges from $2,000 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,780.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Forest City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Forest City range from $3,500 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,000.

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