Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stelton Neighborhood of Edison, NJ from $900 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Stelton area of Edison.

Old Post Road Apartments

118 Bayard St

29 S Adelaide Ave

Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes

114 Woodbridge Ave
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43 S Adelaide Ave

Gardens At Raritan

Raritan Landing Apartments

Cedar Arms

103 Bayard St

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Magnolia Gardens
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Highland Terrace Apartments
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Stelton, Edison, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stelton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stelton Studio Apartments | $2,070 | $1,200 | $2,718 |
| Stelton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $1,145 | $4,658 |
| Stelton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,978 | $940 | $6,855 |
| Stelton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,368 | $1,325 | $6,940 |
| Stelton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Stelton Neighborhood of Edison, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Stelton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Stelton area of Edison, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at SoCam290 priced from $1,145. Lincoln Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here are the most affordable Stelton apartments for rent in Edison, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoCam290 | AUR | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Lincoln Gardens | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 114 Woodbridge Ave | ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Raritan Landing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Cedar Arms | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stelton, NJ
As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stelton area is the $2.05 price per square foot 213 Denison St Model at 213 Denison St, Unit 215 - 1st Floor in the in the Stelton neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Stelton apartment is the THE REGENCY Model at Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes starting at $2,299 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stelton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 213 Denison St, Unit 215 - 1st Floor | 213 Denison St | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes | THE REGENCY | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 32 Kathleen Pl, Unit 1 Bedroom Basement Appt | 32 Kathleen Pl | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 50 Neilson Apartments | 2 BED | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| 316 Magnolia St, Unit B1 | 316 Magnolia St | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Gandhi Rental LLC | Apt 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| The Highland Collection | 1 Bedroom Highland | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Highland Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Old Post Road Apartments | 1 Bed - Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Benner Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Stelton, Edison, NJ
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New Jersey and customized analysis for Central Edison, NJ. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stelton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Stelton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Stelton is under $1,742.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stelton?
The cheapest apartment in Stelton is SoCam290 which is listed at $1,145, while the average apartment in Stelton costs $3,045.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stelton?
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 26 regular apartments in Stelton 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 Stelton?
Cheap apartments in Stelton have an average cost of $378 which is $2,667 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stelton.
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

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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