Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Heights Neighborhood of Berkeley Heights, NJ from $1,600 (20 Rentals)

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Ella Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ella Gardens

419 Plainfield AveBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922

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Beech Spring Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beech Spring Village

10-33 Beech StSummit, NJ 07901
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Scotch Plains Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Scotch Plains Gardens

390 E Front StScotch Plains, NJ 07076
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Downtown Berkeley Heights, Berkeley Heights, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Berkeley Heights area of Berkeley Heights, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Edge priced from $1,600. Spring Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Downtown Berkeley Heights apartments for rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Edge1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,600
Spring Gardens1 BD1BR,1BA$1,700
Scotch Plains Gardens$2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,820
Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,000
Haven New ProvidenceA1R1BR,1BA$2,028

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley Heights, NJ

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Berkeley Heights apartment is the $2.70/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Grand Corner Loft Model at Glenside starting at $3,920 with a $2.70 price per square foot in the Crestwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Berkeley Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Providence Place$2.68/sq.ft. - Townhome B3BR,3BA$2.68
Glenside$2.70/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Grand Corner Loft2BR,2BA$2.70
915 Central Ave, Unit 1915 Central Ave3BR,2BA$2.71
570 Central Ave, Unit 2570 Central Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
Berkeley Crossing1 Bed /Bath w Den1BR,1BA$3.11
Scotch Plains Gardens$2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.19
Modera Berkeley HeightsA081BR,1BA$3.44
Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.96
Spring Gardens1 BD1BR,1BA$2.58
Park Edge1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.46

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Berkeley Heights, Berkeley Heights, NJ

Ranked #4

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Berkeley Heights Neighborhood in Berkeley Heights, NJ

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Berkeley Heights Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Berkeley Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Berkeley Heights is Park Edge which is listed at $1,600, while the average apartment in Downtown Berkeley Heights costs $4,850.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 5 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Berkeley Heights?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Berkeley Heights have an average cost of $219 which is $4,631 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Berkeley Heights.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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