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530 Park Ave

1818 W 4th St

1301 S 2nd St

1301 S 2nd St

510 E 7th St
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705 Park Ave

207 Gertrude Ter

380 Keswick Dr

1962 Washington Valley Rd

414 Waterford Dr

247 Hampshire Ct
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Dunellen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunellen 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,662 | $2,000 | $3,300 |
| Dunellen 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,584 | $2,695 | $4,500 |
| Dunellen 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,907 | $3,500 | $4,500 |
| Dunellen 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| Dunellen 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,100 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Dunellen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dunellen, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Malcolm Gardens in the Green Brook Park neighborhood priced from $1,655. Cypress Gardens in the Green Brook Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dunellen apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| Cypress Gardens | $1.94/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.20/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
| Pleasant View Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,839 |
| Mountain View Gardens | 1x1 750 | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunellen, NJ
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dunellen area is the $2.08 price per square foot 2BIPR Den Model at Aspen Court Apartments in the in the New Durham neighborhood starting from $2,919. The second greatest value Dunellen apartment is the 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath Model at The Diamond at Warren starting at $3,300 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Free Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunellen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Court Apartments | 2BIPR Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| The Diamond at Warren | 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.31/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Pleasant View Gardens | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Piscataway Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Princeton Gardens | $3.26/sq.ft. - Birch | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Mountain View Gardens | 2x 825 | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Terrace View Gardens | $2.31/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Nell | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 765 | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Dunellen?
There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Dunellen, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $4,840. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Dunellen ranging from $2,000 to $15,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Dunellen?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Dunellen ranges from $2,000 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,902.
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