
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cape May, NJ (39 Rentals)

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Cape May, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cape May?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cape May Studio Apartments | $200 | $200 | $200 |
Cape May 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $728 | $1,920 |
Cape May 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $425 | $2,605 |
Cape May 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,269 | $1,450 | $2,795 |
Cape May 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,660 | $2,250 | $2,885 |
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Largest Available Cape May and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cape May, NJ is found at Riverside Apartments in the Bay Front neighborhood and is 876 square feet priced from $1,599. Lakeside Apartments in the Orchard Hill neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 840 square feet and currently listed start at $1,499. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cape May:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Riverside Apartments | Driftwood | 876 Sq Ft | $1,599 |
Lakeside Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | 840 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
Cypress Grove | Stacked Flats at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | 817 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
MI-Place at the Vineyard | Monticello | 786 Sq Ft | $1,715 |
Brightway Commons II | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 750 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 741 Sq Ft | $776 |
Riverview Condominiums | One Bedroom | 736 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
Seaglass | Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach 1BR/1BA | 729 Sq Ft | $1,775 |
Groveland Manor | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 708 Sq Ft | $1,799 |
College Park Apartments and Rental Homes | Hawthorn | 703 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
Cheapest Available Cape May and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cape May, NJ is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $776 at Dunbarton Estates Apartments . The second most affordable Cape May 1 Bedroom is the ATTAINABLE HOUSING at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) Model at Cypress Grove starting at $1,140 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cape May is currently $1,579. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cape May:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Dunbarton Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $776 |
Cypress Grove | ATTAINABLE HOUSING at Cypress Grove (1BR/1BA) | $1,140 |
Riverview Condominiums | One Bedroom | $1,395 |
Carriage House Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,499 |
Lakeside Apartments | 1 Bed | 1 Bath | $1,499 |
College Park Apartments and Rental Homes | Hawthorn | $1,499 |
Riverside Apartments | Driftwood | $1,599 |
Carillon Woods | One Bedroom One Bathroom | $1,689 |
MI-Place at the Vineyard | Napa | $1,710 |
Seaglass | Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach 1BR/1BA | $1,775 |
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Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
74 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cape May Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cape May Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cape May is $1,579.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cape May Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cape May is a 876 square feet unit starting from $1,599 at Riverside Apartments.
What is the average size for Cape May 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cape May is currently 770 sq ft.
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