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property at 250 Main St

250 Main St

SpotswoodNJ08884

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property at 3 College Dr

3 College Dr

EdisonNJ08817
property at 1 Lake Ave

1 Lake Ave

East BrunswickNJ08816

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East Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in East Brunswick, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the East Brunswick, NJ area range in price from $657 to $9,242 with an overall median price of $3,617. The three East Brunswick neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Greentree at $1,605, Jamesburg Park at $1,969, and Frost at $1,605. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for East Brunswick Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Greentree$2,597$1,60518
Jamesburg Park$2,749$1,96914
Frost$3,322$1,60534
Newton Heights$3,322$1,62524
Turnpike East$3,500$657489
Farrington Lake$3,505$1,70547
Country Lane$4,137$1,83557
Lawrence Brook$4,137$1,23896
Tanners Corner$4,137$1,62559
Dunhams Corners$4,195$1,77030

Cheapest Available East Brunswick Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Brunswick, NJ is a Studio unit found at Highland Terrace Apartments in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $1,425. Tov Manor in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Brunswick apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,500
Winding Wood ApartmentsModel E - section 11BR,1BA$1,605
Raritan Landing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,625
114 Woodbridge AveONE BEDROOM APARTMENT1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Brunswick, NJ

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Brunswick area is the $1.78 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at North Village Apartments in the in the Farrington Lake neighborhood starting from $2,279. The second greatest value East Brunswick apartment is the $2.46/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den Model at Millbrook Village starting at $3,045 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the South Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Brunswick apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
North Village Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.78
Millbrook Village$2.46/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den2BR,2BA$2.46
Hadley Woods$2.06/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.06
Musical String House2122BR,2BA$2.05
Raritan Crossing Apartment HomesTHE MANOR (RENOVATED)3BR,2BA$1.85
Wyndmoor Apartments1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$2.22
143 College Dr143 College Dr2BR,1BA$2.33
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.88
Winding Wood ApartmentsModel E - section 11BR,1BA$2.01
Old Post Road Apartments1 Bed - Small1BR,1BA$2.47

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Brunswick

What type of rentals are currently available in East Brunswick?

There are currently 271 Apartments for Rent in East Brunswick, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,238 to $9,242. There are also 86 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Brunswick ranging from $1,550 to $6,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Brunswick?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Brunswick ranges from $1,550 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,472.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Brunswick?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Brunswick range from $1,942 to $9,242, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.