
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Heights Neighborhood of Berkeley Heights, NJ from $1,500 (27 Rentals)
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STATION COURT L.L.C.

Ella Gardens

Modera Berkeley Heights

405 Park Ave, Unit B, Unit B

Spring Gardens
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421 Myrtle Ave

Spring Gardens Apartments

Haven New Providence

Murray Hill Apartments

10 Beech Spring Dr

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2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
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278 Morris St

Floral Avenue Ventures

Stirling Manor Associates

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1943 US-22, Unit 2, Unit 2

48 Southgate Rd

Constantine Village
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Cardinal Hill

Glenside

1747 E 2nd St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Scotch Plains Crossing

1776 E 2nd St

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Beech Spring Village

Scotch Plains Gardens

105 Union Ave
Downtown Berkeley Heights, Berkeley Heights, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Berkeley Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Berkeley Heights Studio Apartments | $1,600 | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Berkeley Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,859 | $1,600 | $3,980 |
| Downtown Berkeley Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,783 | $2,000 | $5,200 |
| Downtown Berkeley Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,597 | $2,850 | $6,000 |
| Downtown Berkeley Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,900 | $5,900 | $5,900 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Berkeley Heights Neighborhood of Berkeley Heights, NJ.
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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. Murray Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown Berkeley Heights apartments for rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Edge | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Murray Hill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| STATION COURT L.L.C. | PROVIDENCE | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Modera Berkeley Heights | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $2,574 |
| Glenside | $3.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Scotch Plains Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Constantine Village | Two Bedroom w/ Dining Room | 2BR,1BA | $2,780 |
| Berkeley House | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,853 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley Heights, NJ
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkeley Heights area is the $2.36 price per square foot 2/2 Model at 391 Springfield Avenue in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $3,475. The second greatest value Downtown Berkeley Heights apartment is the $2.89/sq.ft. - Residence 2A Model at Providence Place starting at $4,000 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the Benders Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Berkeley Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 391 Springfield Avenue | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Providence Place | $2.89/sq.ft. - Residence 2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Berkeley Crossing | 1 Bed /Bath w Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| 2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Constantine Village | Two Bedroom w/ Eat In Kitchen | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Glenside | $3.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Scotch Plains Crossing | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Park Edge | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 421 Myrtle Ave | 421 Myrtle Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Murray Hill Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Berkeley Heights, Berkeley Heights, NJ
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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
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 $5,900.
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 3 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 $116 which is $5,784 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Berkeley Heights.
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