Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Free Acres Neighborhood of Berkeley Heights, NJ from $500 (75 Rentals)

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RT 500
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

RT 500

500 Main StBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922
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Ella Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ella Gardens

419 Plainfield AveBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922

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1421 E 7th St, Unit 2
$1,900
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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 1

1421 E 7th St, Unit 2

1421 E 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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property at 305 Watson Ave

$2,300

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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305 Watson Ave

PlainfieldNJ07062

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Cornell Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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955F East Front Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

955F East Front Street

903-1005 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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730-734 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

730-734 Park Ave

730-734 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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1024-1034 South Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1024-1034 South Ave

1024-1034 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Stoney Brook Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook Gardens

643-715 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Free Acres, Berkeley Heights, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Free Acres Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Free Acres area of Berkeley Heights, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Terrace View Gardens priced from $1,745. Oakwood Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable Free Acres apartments for rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terrace View Gardens$2.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,745
Oakwood Gardens1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,745
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,775
Birchwood Gardens1332 1B1B1BR,1BA$1,795
Michael Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,825
Blair Beacon Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,825
West End Gardens$2.21/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,835
Cypress Gardens$2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,845
Austin Realty Apartment HomesLarge 1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,895
Mountain View Gardens1x1 7501BR,1BA$1,985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Free Acres, NJ

As of June 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Free Acres area is the $1.60 price per square foot 960 Glenwood Ave Model at 960 Glenwood Ave, Unit 960 Glenwood in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Free Acres apartment is the 2/2 Model at 391 Springfield Avenue starting at $3,475 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Benders Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Free Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
960 Glenwood Ave, Unit 960 Glenwood960 Glenwood Ave2BR,2BA$1.60
391 Springfield Avenue2/22BR,2BA$2.36
Netherwood FlatsScarlet2BR,2BA$2.46
Oakwood Gardens2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.99
Malcolm Gardens$2.42/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.42
Cypress Gardens$2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.17
The Monarch at Plainfield2BB2BR,2BA$2.46
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.12
West End Gardens$2.21/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
Terrace View Gardens$2.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$2.18

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Free Acres, Berkeley Heights, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Free Acres Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Free Acres Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Free Acres Apartment is $1,745 at Terrace View Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Free Acres Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Free Acres is starting from $1,895 at Oakwood Gardens.

What is the most affordable Free Acres Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Free Acres Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Providence Place and starts from $4,700.

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