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Wantagh, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wantagh, NY

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Wantagh, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wantagh Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Outlying Southeastern Nassau$4,200$4,2002

Cheapest Available Wantagh Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wantagh, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 555 Front Street in the Downtown Uniondale neighborhood priced from $1,750. 45 Broadway in the Baldwin Oaks neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wantagh apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
555 Front StreetStudio1BR,1BA$1,750
45 BroadwayStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Zen Long Island at Amityville 55+ CommunityAlbany1BR,1BA$1,953

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wantagh, NY and Nearby

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wantagh area is the $3.30 price per square foot Secatogue - Two Bedroom Lower Model at Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale Village in the in the Downtown Bethpage neighborhood starting from $3,480. The second greatest value Wantagh apartment is the Residence 15 Model at Fairfield Townhouses At Amityville Village starting at $3,515 with a $3.52 price per square foot in the East Massapequa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wantagh apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fairfield Knolls at Farmingdale VillageSecatogue - Two Bedroom Lower2BR,1BA$3.30
Fairfield Townhouses At Amityville VillageResidence 152BR,2BA$3.52
The Lofts at 285 Eastern Parkway2 Bedroom / Call For Rent2BR,2BA$3.64
Bunt Commons II: 55+ Senior Living CommunityA2 - Bunt II1BR,1BA$2.69
Sutton Landing at Uniondale 55+2BR2BR,2BA$3.31
Zen Long Island at Copiague Apartment HomesAlbany1BR,1BA$3.21
Fairfield Maples at North Lindenhurst1 Bedroom Lower1BR,1BA$3.19
Southwood Luxury ApartmentsThe One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.37
636 Hoover St, Unit Lower level636 Hoover St1BR,1BA$2.57
45 BroadwayStudioStudio ,1BA$3.11

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wantagh

What type of rentals are currently available in Wantagh?

There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Wantagh, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $8,000. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wantagh ranging from $1,800 to $9,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wantagh?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wantagh ranges from $1,800 to $9,850 with an average monthly rent of $5,057.

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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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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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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.