
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bernards, NJ from $1,500 (31 Rentals)
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91 Jamestown Rd

330 Penns Way

330 Penns Way

105 Alexandria Way

Middlesex Village Apartments

Greenwood Gardens
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Park Edge

Brookside

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North Mountain Ridge

Greenbrook Gardens

391-399 Grove St
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Cypress Gardens

Mountain View Gardens

Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield

Bridgewater Court

Woods at King George Apartments

The Lexington

Allure at Vosseller
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Crown Court

Stirling Manor Associates

The Diamond at Warren

Modera Berkeley Heights

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Berkeley House

355 Elm St
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401 US-22

13 Ray Ct

11 Dartmouth Ave
Bernards, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bernards?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernards 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $1,570 | $5,882 |
| Bernards 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,741 | $1,885 | $8,050 |
| Bernards 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,398 | $5,150 | $5,595 |
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Cheapest Available Bernards Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bernards, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,724. North Mountain Ridge in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bernards apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside | Cambridge Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,724 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Cypress Gardens | $1.99/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Greenbrook Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Mountain View Gardens | 1x1 750 | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Bridgewater Square, One Month Free! | Princeton | 2BR,2BA | $2,479 |
| The Diamond at Warren | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| Bridgewater Court | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,595 |
| Station Court at Berkeley Heights | PROVIDENCE II | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| Crown Court | $2.89/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/Basement | 1BR,1BA | $2,655 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bernards, NJ
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bernards area is the $1.88 price per square foot Durham Model at Queens Gate in the starting from $3,182. The second greatest value Bernards apartment is the $2.81/sq.ft. - 2A.1 Model at The Enclave at Dewy Meadows starting at $3,950 with a $2.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Bernards apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Gate | Durham | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| The Enclave at Dewy Meadows | $2.81/sq.ft. - 2A.1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Bedminster Crossing | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| The Diamond at Warren | 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| The Windsor | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Bridgewater Square, One Month Free! | Princeton | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Liberty Village at Warren | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Cypress Gardens | $1.99/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Greenbrook Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bernards Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bernards Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bernards Apartment is $1,724 at Brookside.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bernards Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bernards is starting from $1,942 at Brookside.
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