
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highland Lakes, NJ from $500 (43 Rentals)
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Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community

Devon Woods

Northgate Manor 55+

Hearthstone Apartments

Alpine Village

Berkeley Square

Wilson Manor
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Mall & Starview Gardens

Pulaski

Sutton Hill Apartments

Jefferson Ridge Apartments

3 Jackson Hole

Carriage Hill Apartments

Boulder Hills at Wantage

2 Gunstock Dr
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Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes

Waterfall Village

The Point at Sutton Hill

Kinnelon Ridge

Mountain Top Estates

Catherine Street

Lakeside Residence

Pompton Hills
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Water Street Lofts

Ramapo Gardens

Meridia Pompton Lakes

Sterling Parc at Middletown

Middlecrest Crossing 55+ Senior Apartments

127 Falcon Ridge Way N

4 Village Way

2 Great Gorge Terrace
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27 Old Rte 23

224 Glen Rd

48 West St

8 Steamboat Dr

5 Arapahoe Dr

12 Stonehill Dr

56 Appleseed Rd

1 Blooms Corners Rd
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6 Steamboat Dr

Avalon Bloomingdale

72 Glenwood Mt Rd
Highland Lakes, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Lakes Studio Apartments | $4,137 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
| Highland Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,228 | $515 | $3,215 |
| Highland Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,059 | $1,297 | $10,000+ |
| Highland Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $2,900 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Highland Lakes Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Highland Lakes, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community priced from $716. Devon Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $914. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highland Lakes apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $716 |
| Devon Woods | 2nd Fl 1br | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Hearthstone Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,214 |
| Wilson Manor | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Sutton Hill Apartments | Sutton Hill Type 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | 1BR/ 1BA EXECUTIVE | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,949 |
| The Point at Sutton Hill | The Point Type C | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
| Mountain Top Estates | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Lakes, NJ and Nearby
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Lakes area is the $2.06 price per square foot 2BR Model at Rock Pointe in the starting from $2,785. The second greatest value Highland Lakes apartment is the 8 Ridgefield Rd 101 Model at Mountain Ridge at Sussex starting at $2,550 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Briar Crest at Crystal Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Pointe | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Mountain Ridge at Sussex | 8 Ridgefield Rd 101 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Kinnelon Ridge | $2.19/sq.ft. - The Avon | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Sterling Parc at Middletown | Ridgebury | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| Briarwood House Apartments | 2 BRM | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Rolling Gardens Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Devon Woods | 1st Fl 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Hearthstone Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highland Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highland Lakes is at One Five on Washington listed at $2,400.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highland Lakes Apartment is $716 at Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highland Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highland Lakes is starting from $2,100 at Mountain Top Estates.
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