
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Carteret, NJ (107 Rentals)


The Botanic

Bristol Station Apartments

29 Washington Ave

Gateway at Carteret

Carteret Gardens

Meridian Terrace

36 Washington Ave, Unit 228

36 Washington Ave, Unit 213

36 Washington Ave, Unit 413
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36 Washington Ave, Unit 217

66 Atlantic St

206 Washington Ave

46 Hayward Ave

36 Washington Ave

32 Edwin St

52 St Ann St

39 Spruce St, Unit 1

23 Union St, Unit 2

111 Emerson St, Unit 1
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230 Washington Ave

88 Roosevelt

217 Pershing Ave

2-4 John St

Lexington of Carteret

Lexington at Carteret

Jackson Homes 55+ Community

The 606

586 Roosevelt Ave

Essex Apartments
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The Hartlan

Meridia Lifestyles

Park Square Apartments

Grand Meridia

Bridgeton Apartments

Meridia Linden 1001

River Place At Rahway
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Meridia Lifestyles II

Station Village at Avenel

Forest View

Fox Hill Run

Meridia Lafayette Village

Meridia Brownstones

Woodbridge Apartments

383 Raleigh Rd, Unit 1

544 E Milton Ave

75 Ionia Ave, Unit 1
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Carteret, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carteret?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carteret Studio Apartments | $2,116 | $1,150 | $2,400 |
| Carteret 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $1,531 | $2,695 |
Carteret 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $2,085 | $3,650 |
| Carteret 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $2,995 | $3,325 |
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Largest Available Carteret 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Carteret, NJ is found at Meridian Terrace in the Heartland Village neighborhood and is 1,580 square feet priced from $3,120. Station Village at Avenel in the Westbury neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,565 square feet and currently listed start at $3,545. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Carteret:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian Terrace | Chestnut 1 | 1,580 Sq Ft | $3,120 |
| Station Village at Avenel | Welmont 3 - Townhome | 1,565 Sq Ft | $3,545 |
| REVA Rahway | Residence B-09 | 1,458 Sq Ft | $3,650 |
| Carteret Gardens | 2 Bedroom Rec | 1,400 Sq Ft | $2,335 |
| Park Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 1,393 Sq Ft | $2,889 |
| Fox Hill Run | 2 Bedroom B1 | 1,359 Sq Ft | $2,725 |
| The Botanic | 2K | 1,334 Sq Ft | $2,846 |
| Barron's Gate At Woodbridge | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,332 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Gateway at Carteret | Mercer- 88 Roosevelt | 1,281 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| The Hartlan | B03 | 1,180 Sq Ft | $3,220 |
Cheapest Available Carteret 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 25, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Carteret, NJ is the 2 Bedroom Model starting from $2,085 at Carteret Gardens in the Rossville neighborhood. The second most affordable Carteret 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom- FULLY RENTED Model at Bridgeton Apartments starting at $2,250 in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Carteret is currently $2,761. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Carteret:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Carteret Gardens | 2 Bedroom | $2,085 |
| Bridgeton Apartments | 2 Bedroom- FULLY RENTED | $2,250 |
| Meridian Terrace | Ashwood 2 | $2,340 |
| Meridia Lifestyles | B | $2,350 |
| Meridia Lafayette Village | A7 | $2,375 |
| Forest View | The Pine III | $2,375 |
| Waters Edge At Rahway | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | $2,389 |
| Fox Hill Run | 2 Bedroom C | $2,460 |
| Gateway at Carteret | Corbel (C) | $2,495 |
| Grand Meridia | FLOOR PLAN M /Den | $2,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Carteret Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Carteret with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Carteret is at Carteret Gardens listed at $2,085.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Carteret Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Carteret is $2,761.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Carteret Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carteret is a 1,580 square feet unit starting from $3,120 at Meridian Terrace.
What is the average size for Carteret 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Carteret is currently 1,395 sq ft.
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