Cheap Apartments for Rent in Chatham, NJ from $1,600 (23 Rentals)
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Cardinal Hill

Chatham on Main

10 N Passaic Ave

Spring Gardens
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Spring Gardens Apartments

Haven New Providence

Madison Apartments

Rosedale Manor

7 Beech Spring Dr

52 Franklin Pl

General Wayne and Ridgedale Gardens
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2 Beech Spring Dr

Sun Valley at Florham Park

145-147 Summit Ave

1 Ventura Dr

3 Ventura Dr

5 Ventura Dr
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206 Main St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Chatham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Chatham Studio Apartments | $1,962 | $1,600 | $2,325 |
| Cheap Chatham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $1,750 | $4,450 |
| Cheap Chatham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,922 | $2,000 | $6,950 |
| Cheap Chatham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,715 | $3,475 | $6,950 |
| Cheap Chatham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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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 Spring Gardens in the Benders Corner neighborhood priced from $1,700. Madison Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Chatham apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Gardens | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Madison Apartments | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Haven New Providence | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $2,098 |
| Cardinal Hill | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| General Wayne and Ridgedale Gardens | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Chatham, NJ
As of October 24, 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 44 High St Model at 44 High St starting at $3,500 with a $2.69 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
| 44 High St | 44 High St | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| 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 | $2.73 |
| New England Village | BLACKBURN-NEWER UNIT | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Madison Apartments | B01 | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 300 Main St, Unit 2 | 300 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 37 Lafayette Ave, Unit 1 | 37 Lafayette Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Spring Gardens | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
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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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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,700 at Spring Gardens.
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 $2,400 at Madison Apartments.
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 $3,475.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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