
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ from $300 (32 Rentals)
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Ella Gardens

Scotch Plains Crossing

Spring Gardens

Haven New Providence

Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield

391-399 Grove St

North Mountain Ridge
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7 Beech Spring Dr

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Michael Manor Apartment Homes

468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2

401 US-22

401 US-22

Cardinal Hill

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Manley Court

Crystal Ridge at Watchung

955F East Front Street

Stoney Brook Gardens

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New Providence Mews Apartments

Beech Spring Village

Scotch Plains Gardens
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Blair Beacon Apartment Homes

1424 E Front St

Belle Gardens

89 Main St

805 Mountain Ave

105 Union Ave

510 E 7th St

705 Park Ave
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Berkeley Heights, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Berkeley Heights Studio Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Cheap Berkeley Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,517 | $1,600 | $3,880 |
| Cheap Berkeley Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $1,995 | $5,100 |
| Cheap Berkeley Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,403 | $2,500 | $7,000 |
| Cheap Berkeley Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,250 | $2,600 | $5,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Berkeley Heights, NJ
Pricing Updated: 03/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Berkeley Heights, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Berkeley Heights Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Village | $4,250 | $1,600 | 147 |
| Downtown Berkeley Heights | $4,375 | $1,600 | 108 |
| Free Acres | $4,850 | $1,495 | 163 |
| Benders Corner | $5,900 | $1,600 | 152 |
Cheapest Available Berkeley Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Berkeley Heights, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Scotch Plains Crossing in the Goodman's Crossing neighborhood priced from $399. Park Edge in the Benders Corner neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley Heights apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotch Plains Crossing | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $399 |
| Park Edge | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| 391-399 Grove St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Cardinal Hill | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,065 |
| Haven New Providence | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $2,068 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Berkeley Heights area is the $2.68 price per square foot $2.68/sq.ft. - Townhome B Model at Providence Place in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Berkeley Heights apartment is the 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens starting at $3,500 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Benders Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Place | $2.68/sq.ft. - Townhome B | 3BR,3BA | $2.68 |
| Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| Spring Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 1 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 1747 E 2nd St, Unit 1 | 1747 E 2nd St | 4BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2 | 468 Watchung Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 391-399 Grove St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Berkeley Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Berkeley Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Berkeley Heights is Park Edge which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Berkeley Heights costs $4,843.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Berkeley Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 24 regular apartments in Berkeley Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Berkeley Heights?
Cheap apartments in Berkeley Heights have an average cost of $140 which is $4,703 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Berkeley Heights.
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