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Rental Market Trends in South Setauket, NY

Updated July 2026

The average rent in South Setauket, NY is $2,669/month.

Rent in South Setauket is 60% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,669/month

Average Rent

1,010 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.4%

Change / Year

198

Available Apartments

South Setauket rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in South Setauket average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in South Setauket average $2,669 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in South Setauket average $4,126 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in South Setauket average $4,220 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,669/month
1,010 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$4,126/month
1,303 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,220/month
1,360 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,020/month
2,263 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in South Setauket, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.4%, which averages out to $12 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in South Setauket, NY

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in South Setauket, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in South Setauket, NY?

Because the average rent in South Setauket is $2,669, you’ll want to make about $8,896 per month or $106,752 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

South Setauket, NY

198 Available Apartments for Rent

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Apartment Communities in South Setauket We Think You'll Love

Fairfield Gables At South Setauket

Fairfield Gables At South Setauket

1-64 Neal Path,
South Setauket, NY 11720

1-3 Beds | $3,710 - $4,270

Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove

Fairfield Courtyard at Lake Grove

9 Williams Blvd,
Lake Grove, NY 11755

1-2 Beds | $2,610 - $3,385

Heritage Spy Ring Golf Club

Heritage Spy Ring Golf Club

303 Arrowhead Ln,
South Setauket, NY 11720

1-3 Beds | $3,154 - $5,109

Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments

Setauket Knolls Garden Apartments

41 Emily Dr,
South Setauket, NY 11720

1 Bed | $2,400 - $2,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in South Setauket?

The average rent in South Setauket is $2,669 per month, which is 60.5% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in South Setauket?

Rents in South Setauket, NY are increasing, with prices up 0.4% year-over-year and $12 more per month.

What rent range is most common in South Setauket?

In South Setauket, NY, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York South Setauket Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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