
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Forked River, NJ from $500 (50 Rentals)
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Laurel Oaks

Toms River Crescent

Cornerstone at Barnegat

Cornerstone at Seaside Heights

Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals

Hopes Crossing

Birchwood at Waretown

206 Washington St

Walnut Bay Apartments
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Silver Ridge Apartments

Jamestowne Village

Suncrest Village

SilverWoods

Terrace Gardens

Atlantic Heights

Dutchtown Manor

Lakeview Place

The Villages at Bey Lea

Briar Knoll
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Legion Square Village

Tradewinds at Waretown

Toms River Apartments

Stafford Preserve

Amber Grove

The Lofts at South Toms River

Camelot at Toms River

Universe at Mariners Cove

Gabrielle Run

Andrews Corner Apartments
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Paramount Apartments & Townhomes

The Fairways at Bey Lea

Boulevard At Brick

New Hampshire Commons

Presidential Gardens at Manchester

Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains

Cottages at Compass Point (55+)

Cornerstone at Waretown

Cornerstone at Grassy Hollow

Ocean Breeze (55+)
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34-38 Main St

21 Potomac Ct

2208 Mount Carmel Blvd

410 Bay Way

3 Cardinal Pl

401 US-9

81 Schooner Ave

165 Village Dr

914 Radnor Ave

2 Elm Ct
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Forked River, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forked River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forked River Studio Apartments | $1,920 | $1,820 | $2,020 |
| Forked River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,012 | $645 | $2,706 |
| Forked River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $655 | $5,661 |
| Forked River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,284 | $594 | $4,816 |
| Forked River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,034 | $2,034 | $2,034 |
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Cheapest Available Forked River Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forked River, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Cornerstone at Seaside Heights priced from $1,195. Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,202. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forked River apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone at Seaside Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| 206 Washington St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Silver Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
| Jamestowne Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Walnut Bay Apartments | 2x1 762sf | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| SilverWoods | Tidewater | Studio,1BA | $1,820 |
| Lakeview Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Toms River Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Briar Knoll | 1B1B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forked River, NJ and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forked River area is the $1.83 price per square foot The Cypress Model at Amber Grove in the starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Forked River apartment is the Catalina Model at Atlantic Heights starting at $2,495 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Greenbriar Oceanaire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forked River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Grove | The Cypress | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Atlantic Heights | Catalina | 2BR,3BA | $2.08 |
| The Fairways at Bey Lea | Devonshire II | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| Presidential Gardens at Manchester | Lincoln 1st Fl w/ Storage | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| Briar Knoll | 1B1B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Silver Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Cornerstone at Seaside Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 206 Washington St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Walnut Bay Apartments | 2x1 762sf | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forked River Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forked River Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forked River Apartment is $1,195 at Cornerstone at Seaside Heights.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forked River Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forked River is starting from $1,730 at Cornerstone at Seaside Heights.
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