Cheap Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ from $900 (18 Rentals)
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401 US-22

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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 |
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Cheap Berkeley Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,547 | $1,850 | $4,404 |
Cheap Berkeley Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $2,000 | $4,800 |
Cheap Berkeley Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,039 | $3,795 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Berkeley Heights, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/26/2025Current 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 |
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Downtown Berkeley Heights | $5,500 | $1,850 | 43 |
Free Acres | $5,500 | $1,695 | 105 |
Union Village | $5,500 | $1,850 | 70 |
Benders Corner | $8,500 | $1,850 | 71 |
Cheapest Available Berkeley Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Berkeley Heights, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,850. Michael Manor Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley Heights apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Haven New Providence | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $2,168 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ
As of July 27, 2025 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 $3,400 with a $2.07 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. |
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Providence Place | $2.68/sq.ft. - Townhome B | 3BR,3BA | $2.68 |
Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
Glenside | $2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Classic with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Spring Gardens II | 2 Bed, 3 Bath | 2BR,3BA | $2.44 |
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
963 E Front St | 963 E Front St | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2 | 468 Watchung Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Crystal Ridge at Watchung | Hillsborough | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Berkeley Heights costs $6,250.
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 6 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 $234 which is $6,016 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Berkeley Heights.
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