
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Branchburg, NJ from $1,300 (41 Rentals)
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Red Rock Preserve

3400 US-22

3260 US-22

Brookside

Kimberwyck Village Apartments

South Bridge Gardens

Dorchester House
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The Warehouse

Hillsborough Gardens

Crestmont Village, LLC

Bridgewater Court

Whiton Hills

Namotur Apartment Homes

Crossings Raritan

Fairway 28
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Avalon Somerville Station

Lexington Apartments

Somerville Gardens

Station House

Brookhaven Lofts

The Lena

Kirby Village

Sunnymeade Run
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The Edge at Main

The Cobalt Apartments

SOMA

Somerville Parc

Stone Bridge at Raritan

The Davenport

28 Deanna Dr
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13 Ray Ct

117 W High St

11 Dartmouth Ave

13 Wall St

1 Gaston Ave

80 Main St

Bridgewater Oaks

3214 Winder Dr
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260 Wildflower Ln
Branchburg, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Branchburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branchburg Studio Apartments | $2,196 | $1,950 | $2,300 |
| Branchburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $1,300 | $5,324 |
| Branchburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $1,445 | $4,165 |
| Branchburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,838 | $1,670 | $5,025 |
| Branchburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,557 | $4,195 | $4,795 |
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Cheapest Available Branchburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Branchburg, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookside in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,724. Dorchester House in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Branchburg apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside | Cambridge Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,724 |
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| The Warehouse | Renovated Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Crossings Raritan | AD22 | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Lexington Apartments | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Somerville Gardens | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath w/ W/D | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Avalon Somerville Station | S3U | Studio,1BA | $2,280 |
| Brookhaven Lofts | 1 Bedroom w/ Extra Closet | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
| The Lena | 1A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Branchburg, NJ and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Branchburg area is the $2.45 price per square foot Three Bedroom Luxury Townhomes Model at North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals in the starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Branchburg apartment is the $2.21/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe Model at Stone Bridge at Raritan starting at $3,095 with a $2.06 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Branchburg apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals | Three Bedroom Luxury Townhomes | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.45 |
| Stone Bridge at Raritan | $2.21/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| New Center Greens Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| The Cobalt Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Bridgewater Square, One Month Free! | Princeton | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Brookhaven Lofts | 1 Bedroom w/ Powder Room | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.28 |
| Sunnymeade Run | 1 Bedroom Corner | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Somerville Parc | The Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Somerville Gardens | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath w/ W/D | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Branchburg Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Branchburg Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Branchburg Apartment is $1,724 at Brookside.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Branchburg Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Branchburg is starting from $1,942 at Brookside.
What is the most affordable Branchburg Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Branchburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at New Center Greens Garden Apartments and starts from $3,095.
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