Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fords Neighborhood of Edison, NJ from $1,300 (37 Rentals)

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Clara Barton Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clara Barton Apartments

101 A Woodbridge AveEdison, NJ 08837
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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41 Reilly Ct

MetuchenNJ08840

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Metuchen Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Metuchen Manor

43 Middlesex AveMetuchen, NJ 08840
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Metuchen Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Metuchen Apartments

7-11 Green StMetuchen, NJ 08840
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Redfield Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redfield Village

6 Redfield Village DrMetuchen, NJ 08840
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Crossroads Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crossroads Gardens

1 Pikeview LnWoodbridge, NJ 07095
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Fords, Edison, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fords Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fords area of Edison, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Gill Lane priced from $1,830. Woodbridge Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,840. Here are the most affordable Fords apartments for rent in Edison, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gill Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,830
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury1BR,1BA$1,840
Greenfield Gardens$2.01/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,845
Hillside Gardens1BR 3rd floor (top) Front1BR,1BA$1,850
Florida Grove Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875
Crossroads GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,890
Parkside Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,899
The Crossings at Menlo ParkEverleigh1BR,1BA$1,995
The Crossings at OneEverleigh1BR,1BA$1,995
Clara Barton Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fords, NJ

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fords area is the $2.38 price per square foot 2F Model at Regency @ Menlo Park Terrace in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Fords apartment is the Birchmont Model at Autumn Hills starting at $2,795 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Fords neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fords apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Regency @ Menlo Park Terrace2F2BR,2BA$2.38
Autumn HillsBirchmont1BR,2.5BA$2.28
Evergreen Meadows$2.60/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Den TownHome2BR,1.5BA$2.60
Greenfield Gardens$2.03/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.03
Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township1 Bed / 1.5 bath1BR,1.5BA$2.36
Woodbridge Hills - 55+$2.87/sq.ft. - The Piedmont1BR,1BA$2.68
Five85West1 Bed1BR,1BA$2.65
Gill Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.32
Hillside Gardens1BR 3rd floor (top) Front1BR,1BA$2.47
Crossroads GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.66

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across New Jersey, including Edison. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fords Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fords?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fords is at The Park at Fords Corner listed at $2,100.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fords Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fords Apartment is $1,830 at Gill Lane.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fords Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fords is starting from $2,215 at Gill Lane.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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