Cheap Apartments for Rent in Colonia, NJ from $700 (14 Rentals)

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Shami Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shami Apartments

400-402 Hamilton StRahway, NJ 07065
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Rahway Arts Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rahway Arts Apartments

1636 Irving StRahway, NJ 07065
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Greens at Avenel
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greens at Avenel

1450 Rahway AveWoodbridge Township, NJ 07001
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77 Brook St
1 Bedroom Apartments

77 Brook St

77 Brook StWoodbridge, NJ 07095
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Barron's Gate
2 Bedroom Apartments

Barron's Gate

609 Duke DrWoodbridge, NJ 07095

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Colonia, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Colonia Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Colonia, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) in the Westbury neighborhood priced from $1,531. Reinhard Manor (55+ Community) in the Metropark neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Colonia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,531
Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,640
Woodbridge Village1 Bedroom with Storage1BR,1BA$1,645
Gill Lane1 Bedroom Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,670
Riverside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonia, NJ and Nearby

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Colonia area is the $1.81 price per square foot 105 W Milton Ave Model at 105 W Milton Ave, Unit 105 in the in the Rahway Transit Village neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Colonia apartment is the $2.72/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village starting at $3,195 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Potters neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colonia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
105 W Milton Ave, Unit 105105 W Milton Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.81
Lamberts Mill Village$2.72/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.07
519 Jackson Ave, Unit 2 Floor519 Jackson Ave3BR,1BA$1.93
1 Lincoln Blvd, Unit 11 Lincoln Blvd3BR,1BA$1.67
Green PlazaSapphire II2BR,2BA$2.15
Greenfield Gardens$2.03/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.03
Riverside ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.76
Riverside Village$2.03/sq.ft. - One Bedroom (4 Rooms)1BR,1BA$2.19
181 W Main St, Unit 1181 W Main St1BR,1BA$2.11
Woodbine Living1 Bedroom - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.23

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Getting Around Colonia, NJ

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonia Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Colonia?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Colonia is at Riverside Apartments listed at $1,695.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colonia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colonia Apartment is $1,531 at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colonia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colonia is starting from $1,955 at Hilltop Manor & Estates.

What is the most affordable Colonia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Colonia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest View and starts from $2,955.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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