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Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carteret?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Carteret Studio Apartments | $2,124 | $1,100 | $3,484 |
Cheap Carteret 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $1,343 | $3,760 |
Cheap Carteret 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,827 | $1,800 | $4,351 |
Cheap Carteret 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,771 | $2,350 | $3,325 |
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Cheapest Available Carteret Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carteret, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) in the Westbury neighborhood priced from $1,343. Riverside Apartments in the Rahway Transit Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carteret apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,343 |
Riverside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Carteret Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carteret, NJ
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carteret area is the $2.63 price per square foot Residence B-01 Model at REVA Rahway in the in the Rahway Transit Village neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Carteret apartment is the 29w2b2r Model at 29 Washington Ave starting at $2,775 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Heartland Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carteret apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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REVA Rahway | Residence B-01 | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
29 Washington Ave | 29w2b2r | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Fox Hill Run | 2 Bedroom C | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
Forest View | The Spruce | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.49 |
Park Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Riverside Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.76 |
River Place At Rahway | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
Gateway at Carteret | Ashlar (A) | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
49 W Main St | 49 W Main St | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
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Getting Around Carteret, NJ
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carteret Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carteret?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carteret is at Riverside Apartments listed at $1,695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carteret Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carteret Apartment is $1,343 at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carteret Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carteret is starting from $2,235 at Forest View.
What is the most affordable Carteret Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carteret Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest View and starts from $2,955.
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