Cheap Homes for Rent in West Hempstead, NY from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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857 Cleveland St

West HempsteadNY11552
property at 37 Nassau Pky

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37 Nassau Pky

HempsteadNY11550

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West Hempstead, NY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
555 Front StreetStudio1BR,1BA$1,995
Fairfield Gables At Rockville CentreResidence 95-2AStudio,1BA$2,025
Fairfield At West HempsteadResidence C21BR,1BA$2,555
Valley Stream Garden Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,650
Lynbrook 44B61BR,1BA$2,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Hempstead, NY

As of July 12, 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 West 130 starting at $4,008 with a $3.58 price per square foot in the Baldwin Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Hempstead apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
18 Lincoln Pl, Unit 118 Lincoln Pl2BR,1BA$1.66
West 1302f22BR,2BA$3.58
Metro 3032b22BR,2BA$3.44
Fairfield At West HempsteadResidence A22BR,1BA$3.08
986 Third Ave, Unit 1 Bed 1 Bath Basement Apartment986 Third AveStudio ,1BA$2.44
232 Lawson St232 Lawson St1BR,1BA$2.11
Lynbrook 44B61BR,1BA$3.38
457 Front St, Unit Third Floor457 Front St1BR,1BA$3.26
Valley Stream Garden Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.79
Fairfield Gables At Rockville CentreResidence 95-2AStudio ,1BA$3.87

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Hempstead

What type of rentals are currently available in West Hempstead?

There are currently 223 Apartments for Rent in West Hempstead, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,673 to $7,920. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Hempstead ranging from $1,200 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Hempstead?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Hempstead ranges from $1,200 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,286.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Hempstead?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Hempstead range from $3,200 to $7,920, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $5,990. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,300.

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