Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of East Brunswick, NJ from $1,200 (22 Rentals)

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Willett Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Willett Gardens

50 Willett AveSouth River, NJ 08882
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

New Brunswick Apartments

33 Paul Robeson BlvdNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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property at 67 Prentice Ave

$1,800

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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67 Prentice Ave

South RiverNJ08882

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Washington Heights, East Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Washington Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Heights area of East Brunswick, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Tov Manor priced from $1,550. Gardens At Raritan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,742. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in East Brunswick, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,550
Gardens At RaritanJUNIOR ONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,742
Taylor Gardens1BR1BR,1BA$1,745
Village Green LivingOne Bedroom Deluxe - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,825
Sherwood Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, NJ

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $2.11 price per square foot Two Bedroom - 1,108 sqft Model at Riverside Towers Apartment Homes in the in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood starting from $2,333. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the THE REGENCY Model at Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes starting at $1,900 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Riverside Towers Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 1,108 sqft2BR,1BA$2.11
Raritan Crossing Apartment HomesTHE REGENCY2BR,1BA$1.97
Royal Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43
The Edge at Raritan HeightsA011BR,1BA$3.02
Village Green LivingOne Bedroom Deluxe W/ Washer & Dryer1BR,1BA$2.31
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.94
Legacy Place$2.98/sq.ft. - Residence A-S2Studio ,1BA$3.11
Kensington Place1A - Bay1BR,1BA$3.06
Taylor Gardens1BR1BR,1BA$2.68
Sherwood Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.21

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Washington Heights, East Brunswick, NJ

Ranked #3

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New Jersey, including East Brunswick. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Heights Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Washington Heights is Tov Manor which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Washington Heights costs $4,187.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington Heights?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Washington Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Washington Heights?

Cheap apartments in Washington Heights have an average cost of $124 which is $4,063 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Heights.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!