Apartments For Rent in Bay Shore, NY

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Apartments For Rent Near Bay Shore, NY

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What Locals Say about Bay Shore

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Bay Shore blends beach access, a buzzing Main Street, LIRR convenience, and easygoing family living. People love the safe feel, good schools, beaches, parks, and lively, walkable downtown. They grumble about costly trains, spotty buses, speeding, traffic, and missing sidewalks.
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  • Trulia User
    "Bay Shore is really the heart of the South Shore. With access to multiple beaches and a healthy mix of young and old, it’s one of the best places to raise your kids "
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  • Scarlett Rosario Fernndez
    "It’s a save area, good people, good schools, stores, supermarkets hospitals church parks I love bay shore"
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  • Daniel Rodriguez
    "I work in the area and grew up in the area I now live a little east of the town now, my commute to work is about a20 minute drive . Not to bad because I work nights "
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  • Daniel Rodriguez
    "It’s a good place for kids with a good school system I went to as a child. Also many activities and state and local parks to visit "
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  • Salvador Varela
    "Nice food restaurants all over and the mini malls … very welcoming and pet friendly I’m looking for a nice 1st floor apt "
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  • Trulia User
    "I bought my house 3 years ago and absolutely love bay shore. The Main Street in town has so many new restaurants. There are lots of people walking around and it definitely feels safe in most parts."
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  • Trulia User
    "Bay Shore is a big town with a small town feel. Everyone knows each other and helps each other out. It’s one of the most diverse towns on Long Island but in Bay Shore we are all family "
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  • Jennifer.titmus
    "Vibrant downtown, close to parks and beaches, just across the bay from Fire Island. Amazing School District. Great options for child care and Summer Camp through the YMCA. "
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  • Jennifer.titmus
    "My neighborhood has great access to public transportation and a great downtown. The Bay Shore Train Station is well kept and very clean. You can get a train to Babylon Train Station as well if you prefer the Babylon line but want to use Bay Shore Train Station’s easy parking. "
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  • Curtzjackson
    "The public library and other facilities offer events in cooperation with Suffolk County administration. Many of the occasions are mainstream such as holidays and military events. Someone as me may feel detached socially if you don’t go with the crowd."
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  • Jennygarcia1982
    "Bay shore very quiet. There also a lot of stores to do shopping including the Bay Shore mall. very little to no crime."
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  • Dianetellez5
    "Yard sales BBQ Bay shore it’s very safe the neighborhood help every one that needs help the community is very friendly "
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  • Camelle
    "Kids learn early about acceptance and it is a theme that transcends throughout the community. My children love the school and the YMCA is amazing!"
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  • Camelle
    "Dogs are always on a leash and owners often stop to allow kids to pet or play with their pets when asked."
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  • Betsymoran.3
    "Our neighborhood is super friendly. Sidewalks line the streets to create an extra safe walking environment. Having an elementary school nearby adds to our neighborhood charm "
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  • Camelle
    "Never traffic and things flow smoothly even if a traffic light is out on the rare occasion. I ride my bike often with my two children and always feel safe doing so. "
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  • Lisa B.
    "Drivers tend to ignore stop signs while traveling at excessive rates of speed which is very concerning for children riding bikes. "
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  • Bmailhowel
    "Lirr to the city . It takes about an hour ride.driving in the neighborhood is not bad before 5pm. Easy access to the southern state parkway and the sunrise highway. The Long Island express way is not far and easy access."
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  • L1vyh
    "Some dog owners don’t pick up after their dogs, some do. In the area I live in they mainly don’t until we tell them too."
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  • Lydia O. F.
    "It’s quiet, safe and very beautiful. I do not regret moving to bay Shore. Neighbors mind there businesses and are very quiet. "
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  • Curtzjackson
    "The Long Island Railroad system is often efficient, that might be the best for Suffolk County public transport. The buses along their routes handling their schedules vary in performance; from fairly good to average to awful. It can become costly to use the trains daily, for example, you may pay upward 32 dollars round trip Bay Shore to New York. Discounts and lowered fares exist according to circumstance, in addition for those disabled, elderly, and local college students. My general commute is 25 minutes or less, traveling by auto from Bay Shore to Ronkonkoma. Weather, auto accidents, road construction could have immediate impact causing delays, closures , and traffic jams. The county improved in fixing pot holes. They are remaining problematic in frequency of occurrences."
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  • Dboyddan99
    "I lived her 20 years. Diverse, great schools, great restaurants in town, close to beaches and fire island."
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  • Sandyanthony M.
    "School district is great to have kids go to school. There’s a lot of places to choose to shop. Plenty of bars and restaurants along main st."
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  • Kathleen A. G.
    "The schools in Bay Shore are excellent. Downtown Bay Shore is thriving. Ocean beaches are a short drive away."
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  • Michelle S.
    "We have a dog park and we have a bunch of restaurants .............................................."
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  • Jennifer.titmus
    "My husband works in Manhattan and uses the LIRR out of Bay Shore to Penn and it is almost always on or close to schedule with very little disruptions or cancellations. "
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  • Michael D.
    "Very good with public transportation An commuting I would say that the area is fantastic an excellent "
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  • Dominican_papi800
    "Nice area, a lot to see and recreational areas around, close to the beach and to mayor the mayors roads "
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  • David W.
    "Very dog friendly , there an elementary school with a large property, there's side walks, few cars, wide streets. "
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  • Stephanie B.
    "It’s a great neighborhood. Good neighbors. Within walking distance to restaurants on Main Street. Great place to live."
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  • Curtzjackson
    "Public transport is available but problematic, especially the county’s buses. Many benefit daily from the provision, the drivers are often professional and courteous. The schedules can be disrupted, buses run late weekly. Depending on the destination, the LIRR trains are costly and may be delayed according to circumstances. "
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  • Sharon L.
    "There’s a lot of traffic and many blocks don’t have sidewalks so walking my dog gets a little hairy at times"
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  • Kcervantes329
    "The schools in this district are amazing. Mary G Clarkson and Gardiner Manor have so many different programs for the kids to take advantage of. "
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  • L c.
    "All dogs are leashed and picked up after. Very diverse community and mostly small to medium dogs. Only downside is there’s no dog park. "
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  • Olganancy
    "we honor a lot of culturally diverse communities religions and backgrounds we have parades we have festivals it's really nice to see the community come together"
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  • Mikerossiello
    "Dogs are always being walked through out my neighborhood. Leashed and owners pick up after them with bags"
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  • Julie P.
    "They would like it very much. There is even a dog park for them to go to. Lots of open spaces to walk the dogs. Plenty of parks as well."
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Average Rent Trends in Bay Shore, NY

Rent in Bay Shore, NY varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Oct 2025$2,550
Nov 2025$2,678
Dec 2025$2,600
Jan 2026$2,627
Feb 2026$2,650
Mar 2026$2,693
Apr 2026$2,502
May 2026$2,600
Jun 2026$2,528
Jul 2026$2,472
Aug 2026$2,690
Sep 2026$2,600
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In October 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$2,404$2,965$3,500—$2,688
Apartments and Condos$2,300$2,900$2,850—$2,850
Houses—$3,889$3,800—$3,889
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Bay Shore, NY

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Bay Shore, NY?
    The average rent of an apartment in Bay Shore, NY is $2,884 per month. This is about 48% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in Bay Shore, NY?
    In the last year, the average rent in Bay Shore, NY was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $2,380 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Bay Shore, NY?
    In the last year, the average rent in Bay Shore, NY was highest in Nov 2025 when it was $2,678 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Bay Shore, NY?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Bay Shore, NY is $2,404 per month. That is about $384 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in Bay Shore, NY?
    There are 34 available rental listings in Bay Shore, NY.
  • What are some zip codes in Bay Shore, NY?
    Bay Shore, NY includes zip codes such as: 11706.
  • What are some cities near Bay Shore, NY?
    Some nearby cities include: Brightwaters, Islip, North Bay Shore, West Islip, Bay Wood. These cities may have more rental options to explore.

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