Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Menlo Park Neighborhood of Edison, NJ from $1,200 (49 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Trafalgar Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Trafalgar Gardens

1 Dayton DrEdison, NJ 08820
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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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 41 Reilly Ct

$1,900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

41 Reilly Ct

MetuchenNJ08840

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

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property at 323 Gill Ln

$2,250

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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323 Gill Ln, Unit 11

323 Gill Ln
IselinNJ08830
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41 Reilly Ct, Unit 1
$2,300
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3 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1

41 Reilly Ct, Unit 1

41 Reilly CtMetuchen, NJ 08840
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21 Station Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

21 Station Pl

21 Station PlMetuchen, NJ 08840
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Metuchen Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Metuchen Manor

43 Middlesex AveMetuchen, NJ 08840
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401 Main Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

401 Main Street

401 Main StMetuchen, 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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Menlo Park, Edison, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Menlo Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Menlo Park area of Edison, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Reinhard Manor (55+ Community) priced from $1,640. Hilltop Manor & Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,670. Here are the most affordable Menlo Park apartments for rent in Edison, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,640
Hilltop Manor & Estates1 Bedroom Estates1BR,1BA$1,670
Gill Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,830
Woodbridge Terrace1 Bedroom Luxury1BR,1BA$1,840
Greenfield Gardens$2.01/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,845
The Crossings at Menlo ParkEverleigh1BR,1BA$1,850
Hyde Park Village (Ages 55+)1 Bedroom Type A1BR,1BA$1,895
Georgian Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,920
Oak Tree Village1 Bedroom - Third Floor1BR,1BA$1,940
The Crossings at OneEverleigh1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menlo Park, NJ

As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park apartment is the Birchmont Model at Autumn Hills starting at $2,745 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Fords neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Menlo Park 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$2.24
Green PlazaOpal II2BR,2BA$2.16
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
Oak Tree Village2 Bedroom - Second Floor2BR,2BA$2.69
Woodbridge Hills - 55+$2.87/sq.ft. - The Piedmont1BR,1BA$2.68
Woodbridge Center Plaza1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.65
Gill Lane1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.32
Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.34

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Menlo Park, Edison, NJ

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Edison. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Menlo Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Menlo Park?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Menlo Park Apartment is $1,640 at Reinhard Manor (55+ Community).

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Menlo Park is starting from $2,195 at Hyde Park Village (Ages 55+).

What is the most affordable Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Menlo Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Homestead Village and starts from $3,065.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.