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Hempstead, NY Apartments for Rent

Hempstead is home to Hofstra University and serves as the most populous town in New York State, located on Long Island within Nassau County. Those looking for apartments for rent in Hempstead will discover a range of options in this historic community, first settled in 1644 following a treaty between English colonists and the Lenape Indians. The area features tree-lined streets with apartment communities and residential properties spread across approximately four square miles, offering renters convenient access to suburban comfort and easy transportation links to New York City.

Renting in Hempstead provides access to major commercial corridors along Main Street, Front Street, and Fulton Avenue, where residents can shop at brand-name retailers and local markets or enjoy meals at diverse restaurants. The Long Island Rail Road and nearby Southern State Parkway and Meadowbrook State Parkway make commuting straightforward, with Manhattan reachable in under an hour. Recreational opportunities await at Hempstead Lake State Park and Eisenhower Park, while the presence of Hofstra University adds cultural amenities including an award-winning arboretum. Neighboring areas like Garden City and Rockville Centre offer additional shopping and dining options for those seeking variety close to home.

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Hempstead High School

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Lawrence Road Middle School

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Grades 6-8
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Alverta B Gray Schultz Middle School

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Barack Obama Elementary School

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Jackson Main Elementary School

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Joseph McNeil School

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Hempstead, NY

What are the average rent costs in Hempstead, NY?

The average rent in Hempstead, NY is $1,942.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Hempstead, NY?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Hempstead, NY is $1,632.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY is $1,942.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY is $2,648.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY is $3,352.

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