
Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Hempstead, NY from $800 (51 Rentals)
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278 Marie Ct

Fairfield At West Hempstead

37 Nassau Pky

Bedell Terrace

70 Stewart Ave, Unit 1

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232 Lawson St

32 Waterview Pl

555 Front Street

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986 Third Ave, Unit 1 Bed 1 Bath Basement Apartment
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169 Litchfield Ave

203 Rockaway Pkwy

223 Scherer Blvd

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457 Front St, Unit Third Floor

412 Keller Ave

Valley Stream Garden Apartments

157 Hempstead Ave

47 Wood St

90 Main St
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271 Washington Street

25-27 Peninsula Blvd

33 Westbrook Ln

The Town House

Linden Knolls

95 Jerusalem Ave

43 Burr Ave

27 Attorney Street

Richlee Gardens

Heritage House
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10 Webb Ave

26 Burr Avenue

Webb Gardens Apartments

77 Terrace Ave

Village Lofts Apartments

55 Nassau Place

85 Van Cott Avenue

New Haven

120 Horton Hwy

260 Belmont Parkway
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193 Washington Street

Parkview Estates

Pagan Fletcher House Apartments

47 Church St

Fairfield Gables At Rockville Centre

21 Lincoln Blvd

87-16 260th St

840 W Seaman Ave

Columbia Gardens Apartments

275 Maple Ave
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West Hempstead, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Hempstead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap West Hempstead Studio Apartments | $2,993 | $1,673 | $4,180 |
| Cheap West Hempstead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,417 | $1,700 | $4,950 |
| Cheap West Hempstead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,434 | $2,126 | $5,895 |
| Cheap West Hempstead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,567 | $3,200 | $7,920 |
| Cheap West Hempstead 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Available West Hempstead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Hempstead, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 555 Front Street in the Hempstead neighborhood priced from $1,995. Fairfield Gables At Rockville Centre in the Rockville Centre neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Hempstead apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 555 Front Street | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Fairfield Gables At Rockville Centre | Residence 95-2A | Studio,1BA | $2,025 |
| Fairfield At West Hempstead | Residence C2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,555 |
| Valley Stream Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| Lynbrook 44 | B6 | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Fairfield Estates At Stewart Manor | One Bedroom 595SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Hempstead, NY
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Hempstead area is the $1.66 price per square foot 18 Lincoln Pl Model at 18 Lincoln Pl, Unit 1 in the in the Central Valley Stream neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value West Hempstead apartment is the 2f2 Model at Metro 303 starting at $3,957 with a $3.47 price per square foot in the Hempstead neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Hempstead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Lincoln Pl, Unit 1 | 18 Lincoln Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Metro 303 | 2f2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.47 |
| West 130 | 2f2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.66 |
| Fairfield At West Hempstead | Residence A2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 986 Third Ave, Unit 1 Bed 1 Bath Basement Apartment | 986 Third Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
| 232 Lawson St | 232 Lawson St | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Lynbrook 44 | B6 | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 457 Front St, Unit Third Floor | 457 Front St | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Valley Stream Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Fairfield Gables At Rockville Centre | Residence 95-2A | Studio ,1BA | $3.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Hempstead Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Hempstead Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Hempstead Apartment is $1,995 at 555 Front Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Hempstead Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Hempstead is starting from $2,773 at Fairfield Gables At Rockville Centre.
What is the most affordable West Hempstead Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Hempstead Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairfield Gables At Rockville Centre and starts from $3,045.
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