
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chatham, NJ from $1,600 (29 Rentals)
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Chatham on Main

570 Central Ave, Unit 2
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Spring Gardens Apartments

26 Cook Ave

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193 W Main St

Manley Court

2 Beech Spring Dr

Madison Mall Apartments

General Wayne and Ridgedale Gardens

Sun Valley at Florham Park
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46 E Northfield Rd

206 Main St

73 Troy Dr

80C Troy Dr
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2513 Standish Ave

104 Millburn Ave

71 North St

445 Morris Ave
Chatham, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chatham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Chatham Studio Apartments | $2,162 | $2,000 | $2,325 |
Cheap Chatham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,871 | $1,800 | $6,465 |
Cheap Chatham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,241 | $1,664 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Chatham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,567 | $1,917 | $6,950 |
Cheap Chatham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,225 | $5,200 | $5,250 |
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Cheapest Available Chatham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Chatham, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Haven New Providence in the Benders Corner neighborhood priced from $2,193. Cardinal Hill in the Benders Corner neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chatham apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Haven New Providence | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $2,193 |
Cardinal Hill | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Chatham on Main | 1BR Medium | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Chatham Hill | 1BR 1BA (820sf) | 1BR,1BA | $2,451 |
Sun Valley at Florham Park | Caldwell | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Rosedale Manor | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2,530 |
New England Village | Bonnell-NEWER RENOVATION | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chatham, NJ
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Chatham area is the $2.07 price per square foot 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Chatham apartment is the Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath Model at Spring Hill Apartments starting at $2,870 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Benders Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Chatham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
Spring Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Spring Gardens II | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
The Promenade at Summit | Addington | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
100 Main St, Unit 1 | 100 Main St | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
Jackson House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
Spring Brook At Chatham | The Hamilton | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
40 Main St, Unit 1 | 40 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
Chatham on Main | 1BR Large | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
300 Main St, Unit 2 | 300 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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Best Local Schools in Chatham, NJ
Lafayette Elementary School
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Getting Around Chatham, NJ
Walk Score®
68 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Chatham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Chatham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Chatham Apartment is $2,178 at Haven New Providence.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Chatham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Chatham is starting from $2,530 at Rosedale Manor.
What is the most affordable Chatham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Chatham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Valley at Florham Park and starts from $3,425.
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