Average Rent in Hempstead, NY

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Current Versus Historical Hempstead, NY Rents

Hempstead rentals average $2,300 for a 1-bedroom rental to $5,750 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $3,400, or roughly $41 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $183 (10.08%) year-over-year from $1,816 to $1,999. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $50 (-2.13%) year-over-year from $2,350 to $2,300. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $383 (-12.23%) year-over-year from $3,133 to $2,750. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $417 (-10.92%) year-over-year from $3,817 to $3,400. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $800 (16.16%) year-over-year from $4,950 to $5,750. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.
Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.43% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.89% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 5.56% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.18% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Aug 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR $39.85 $2,300 $2,350 (-2.13%) $1,617 (42.27%)
2 BR $33.00 $2,750 $3,133 (-12.23%) $2,199 (25.08%)
3 BR $34.91 $3,400 $3,817 (-10.92%) $3,200 (6.25%)
4+ BR $42.96 $5,750 $4,950 (16.16%) $5,883 (-2.27%)

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Frequently Asked Questions - Hempstead Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Hempstead, NY?
The average monthly rental price for Hempstead, NY apartments for rent is approximately $3,400. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Hempstead, NY rent prices drop in winter?
Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Hempstead, NY.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,300 and an average price per square feet of $39.85. There are a total of 3 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Hempstead.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Hempstead, NY?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,750 and an average price per square feet of $33.00. There are a total of 3 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Hempstead.
How have rent prices in Hempstead, NY changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Hempstead, NY can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.10%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.02%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.12%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.11% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Hempstead, NY?
A reasonable rent price in Hempstead, NY is around $2,720/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.