
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Bay Shore, NY from $1,600 (51 Rentals)
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Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore

Fairfield At The Village Of Brightwaters

892 Pine Ave

1158 Nugent Ave

4 Richland Blvd

Greenview Mill House

Bay Shore Manor

Mid Island Apartments

Brookwood at Bay Shore
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5 Shore Loft at Bay Shore

1991 Union Plaza

Fairfield West At Bay Shore

17 Chimney Ln

Fairfield Gardens At Bay Shore

Courtyards on Fifth

239 Curtin Ave

Fairfield Eastbrook Gardens

325 Brook Ave

Fairfield Tudor At Bay Shore
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Fairfield North At Bay Shore

Greenview Towns

Chelsea Place

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309 Aster Rd, Unit 309 aster road, Unit 309 aster road

Village Place

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Shoregate

1C Hemlock Dr, Unit 148, Unit 148

68 Park Ave, Unit 2C, Unit 2C

179 Orinoco Dr

Greymore Flats
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202 W 1st St

Bay Shore Senior Residence 55+

Fairfield Courtyard East at Bay Shore

Park Avenue Lofts

Lofts on Ocean

Fairfield Arnold Manor At West Islip

175 Newbrook Ln

85 Newbrook Ln

19 Pinebrook Pl

31 Newbrook Ln
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Fairfield Renaissance

Fairfield Arms at Bay Shore

Fairfield South At Bay Shore

1-3, 2-4 Main St & 4th Ave Ave

1558 9th St

15 New York Ave

309 Aster Rd, Unit 2, Unit 2

1 C Hemlock Dr

1 Hemlock Dr

3A127 Hemlock Dr
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West Bay Shore, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Bay Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Bay Shore Studio Apartments | $2,124 | $1,970 | $2,614 |
| West Bay Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,770 | $1,850 | $4,092 |
| West Bay Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,394 | $2,300 | $6,822 |
| West Bay Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,356 | $3,000 | $3,550 |
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Cheapest Available West Bay Shore Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Bay Shore, NY is a Studio unit found at Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore in the Brightwaters Farm neighborhood priced from $1,970. Fairfield At The Village Of Brightwaters in the Brightwaters Farm neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Bay Shore apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,970 |
| Fairfield At The Village Of Brightwaters | Residence 8B | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Fairfield Arnold Manor At West Islip | Estate Residence Suite 7 | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Bay Shore Manor | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| 1991 Union Plaza | One Bedroom / One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Fairfield West At Bay Shore | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $2,280 |
| Fairfield Renaissance | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Bay Shore | The Lilac | 1BR,1BA | $2,340 |
| Fairfield Arms at Bay Shore | The Elton Upper | 1BR,1BA | $2,340 |
| Courtyards on Fifth | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Bay Shore, NY and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Bay Shore area is the $2.50 price per square foot 85 Cedar Dr Model at 85 Cedar Dr, Unit BayShore in the in the North Bay Shore neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value West Bay Shore apartment is the 309 Aster Rd Model at 309 Aster Rd, Unit 309 aster road starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Brightwaters Farm neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Bay Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 85 Cedar Dr, Unit BayShore | 85 Cedar Dr | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 309 Aster Rd, Unit 309 aster road | 309 Aster Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Fairfield Tudor At Bay Shore | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Fairfield Renaissance | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Fairfield Eastbrook Gardens | The Brook Upper | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Bay Shore Manor | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Fairfield Gardens At Bay Shore | The Jasmine | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Fairfield South At Bay Shore | The Atlantic Lower | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Fairfield West At Bay Shore | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Courtyards on Fifth | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Bay Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Bay Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Bay Shore is at Fairfield Courtyard South at Bay Shore listed at $1,970.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bay Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Bay Shore Apartment is $2,130 at Fairfield Arnold Manor At West Islip.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Bay Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Bay Shore is starting from $2,450 at Bay Shore Manor.
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