
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Edison, NJ from $859 with Washer/Dryer (48 Rentals)
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Talmadge Village

The Crossings at Menlo Park

Grandview Gardens

Edison Woods

Durham Woods

Edison and Blueberry Village

Oak Tree Village

Oxford Arms
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Chesterfield Townhomes

142 Lakeside Dr S

Cedar Lane Apartments

Cedar Arms

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34 Berdine Ct, Unit Studio Apartment

522 Sharon Garden Ct, Unit 522

Hillside Gardens

821 Central Ave

Tov Manor
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Park Ridge Manor Apartments

The Crossings at One

Hyde Park Village (Ages 55+)

Dalina Manor - 55+ Community

Treetops

Luxe Apartments

The Plaza of Plainfield

Forest Glen Apartments and Townhomes

Skyline Tower
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Rivendell at Edison

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The Park at Fords Corner

803 South

Centurion Sleepy Hollow

Woodbridge Center Plaza

44 Courtlandt

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19 Essex Ave, Unit 4

39 Throop Ave, Unit 101

21 Station Pl
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Netherwood Pointe

Plainfield Village

Gillette Towers 55+ Community

Ausonia Apartments

Douglass Gardens

Crossroads Gardens

Riverview Terrace Apartments

The Station At Netherwood

The Ayla
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1203 Jesse Way

The Aspire

Netherwood Flats
Edison, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Edison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edison Studio Apartments | $2,111 | $1,375 | $2,675 |
| Edison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $1,310 | $4,706 |
| Edison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,098 | $925 | $7,282 |
| Edison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,962 | $1,499 | $5,842 |
| Edison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $859 | $3,500 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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Best Local Schools in Edison, NJ
J P Stevens High School
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
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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 $1,700.
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 $2,828.
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 59 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 $1,114 which is $1,714 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Edison.
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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.