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Residence at Roosevelt Park 62+ SENIOR
1 Roosevelt DrEdison, NJ 08837
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Edison, NJ from $500 (27 Rentals)
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$1,3501 Bedroom Apartment Available Jan 25
8 Deborah Dr, Unit 2
8 Deborah DrEdison, NJ 08820
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Truman Square
111 Truman Dr SEdison, NJ 08817
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1020 Raritan Ave
1020 Raritan AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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29 S Adelaide Ave
29 S Adelaide AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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The Place at Sayreville
100 Blaszka TerSayreville, NJ 08872
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Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes
18 Regency Manor DriveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
103 Bayard St
New BrunswickNJ08901
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Cedar Tower at Plainfield
217 E 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Celebrations at South Plainfield
1 Campbell StSouth Plainfield, NJ 07080
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The Park Apartments
222 Denison StHighland Park, NJ 08904
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Cornell Arms
735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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21 Station Pl
21 Station PlMetuchen, NJ 08840
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Willett Gardens
50 Willett AveSouth River, NJ 08882
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The Hamilton
100 Hamilton StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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730-734 Park Ave
730-734 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Brookhaven at Franklin Apartments
29 Hawthorne DrSomerset, NJ 08873
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Deer Creek Village
1 Riverview DrSouth River, NJ 08882
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Bayard Street Apartments
99 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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97-99 Bayard
97 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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1024-1034 South Ave
1024-1034 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Metuchen Manor
43 Middlesex AveMetuchen, NJ 08840
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55 Harvey at Providence Square
55 Harvey StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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401 Main Street
401 Main StMetuchen, NJ 08840
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Netherwood Pointe
916-926 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes
712-716 Field AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Metuchen Apartments
7-11 Green StMetuchen, NJ 08840
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Edison, NJ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Edison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Edison Studio Apartments | $2,216 | $1,325 | $2,687 |
| Cheap Edison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,473 | $1,000 | $5,065 |
| Cheap Edison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,141 | $940 | $5,544 |
| Cheap Edison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,933 | $1,325 | $7,219 |
| Cheap Edison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,425 | $2,800 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Edison, NJ
Pricing Updated: 01/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Edison, NJ area range in price from $940 to $7,226 with an overall median price of $3,962. The three Edison neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fords at $1,349, Valentine at $1,349, and Menlo Park at $1,349. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Edison Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Fords | $2,800 | $1,349 | 120 |
| Valentine | $2,850 | $1,349 | 102 |
| Menlo Park | $3,230 | $1,349 | 134 |
| Potters | $3,734 | $1,349 | 163 |
| Oak Tree | $3,805 | $1,349 | 175 |
| South Edison | $3,950 | $1,540 | 81 |
| Stelton | $4,000 | $940 | 218 |
| Amboy Avenue | $4,177 | $1,349 | 119 |
| Raritan Manor | $4,177 | $1,349 | 137 |
| Clara Barton | $4,550 | $1,349 | 126 |
Cheapest Available Edison Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Edison, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Celebrations at South Plainfield in the Lahiere neighborhood priced from $654. 1020 Raritan Ave in the Stelton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Edison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrations at South Plainfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $654 |
| 1020 Raritan Ave | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| SoCam290 | AUR | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | Studio Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Tov Manor | 1x1 700-800 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Edison Woods Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| 114 Woodbridge Ave | ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Raritan Landing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Hilltop Manor & Estates | 1 Bedroom Manor | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Cedar Arms | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edison, NJ
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Edison area is the $1.85 price per square foot $2.59/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value Edison apartment is the 720 Madison Ave Model at 720 Madison Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,850 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the North Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Edison apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lamberts Mill Village | $2.59/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| 720 Madison Ave, Unit 3 | 720 Madison Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Autumn Hills | Birchmont | 1BR,2.5BA | $2.04 |
| Greenfield Gardens | $2.03/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Green Plaza | Sapphire II | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Colony House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 10 Landing Lane | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.06 |
| 1020 Raritan Ave | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Tov Manor | 1x1 700-800 - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Celebrations at South Plainfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Edison Overview
A quaint township located in Middlesex, New Jersey, Edison serves as home to over 100,000 residents. The area is rich with history and diversity, and it serves as a major hub for the distribution of many types of goods and services.
Why live in Edison, NJ?
In September 2016, Money Magazine named Edison one of the top four best places to live in New Jersey and one of the top 50 places to reside in the United States. With major employers like the John F. Kennedy Medical Center close by and a strong education system, it’s no secret why many people search for apartments in Edison, NJ. Rutgers University and the Middlesex Community college is close by, and Farrington Lake provides boating, swimming, fishing and rowing events.
Best Local Schools in Edison, NJ
J P Stevens High School
Edison Township Public School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2680)
9 out of 10
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Edison Township Public School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1137)
7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Edison Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Edison?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Edison is under $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Edison?
The cheapest apartment in Edison is Celebrations at South Plainfield which is listed at $654, while the average apartment in Edison costs $3,962.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Edison?
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 45 regular apartments in Edison 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 Edison?
Cheap apartments in Edison have an average cost of $944 which is $3,018 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Edison.
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