
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NJ from $600 (42 Rentals)
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24 5th St, Unit 3

11 Miller St

Shore Landing

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2 Navesink Ave, Unit C-2

330 Shore Dr

2 William St

The Place at Middletown Walk
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Bayshore Village (62+)

McGuire's Grove

Oceanport Gardens

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73 E Mount Ave, Unit Studio1Bedroom

Shrewsbury Manor

KNOLLWOOD GARDENS/ NO PETS ALLOWED

Country Club Apartments

240 LB Elmwood
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Pleasure Bay

Atlantic Pointe Apartments

Shrewsbury Arms Apartments

333 Ocean Blvd

Southbrook Gardens

Regency Park (NO PETS ALLOWED)

Garrison Apartments

Sea Verge
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24 Church St, Unit 1BR

130 Morris Ave.

Pier Village Apartments

Colony House Apartments

31 Center St

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Star of the Sea Apartments

The Village at West Long Branch Apartments

The Willow at Long Branch
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Conifer Village at Middletown (55+)

River Street Commons - 55+ Community

Brookwood Estates

Sutton Commons

Monmouth Beach Village Apartment Homes

Navesink Woods

127-131 Hudson Ave

96 East Ave
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Molly Pitcher Village Apartments

153 Pavilion Ave
Highlands, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Highlands Studio Apartments | $2,217 | $1,949 | $2,715 |
| Cheap Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $663 | $4,277 |
| Cheap Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,369 | $798 | $6,500 |
| Cheap Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,747 | $922 | $5,300 |
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Highlands, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Bayshore Village (62+) in the Port Monmouth neighborhood priced from $1,291. Oceanport Gardens in the Jockey Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,540. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayshore Village (62+) | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,291 |
| Oceanport Gardens | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 240 LB Elmwood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,892 |
| Atlantic Pointe Apartments | 1BR 1BA (640 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,963 |
| Sutton Commons | 3 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Southbrook Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,049 |
| Garrison Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Sea Verge | Coral | Studio,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NJ
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The View at Long Branch in the in the Jockey Club neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Bayshore Village (62+) starting at $1,291 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Port Monmouth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The View at Long Branch | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| Bayshore Village (62+) | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Pleasure Bay | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 240 LB Elmwood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Garrison Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Atlantic Pointe Apartments | 1BR 1BA (740 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Sutton Commons | 3 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Country Club Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Southbrook Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Oceanport Gardens | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Highlands?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Highlands is at Sea Verge listed at $2,180.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment is $1,540 at Oceanport Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is starting from $1,291 at Bayshore Village (62+).
What is the most affordable Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pier Village Apartments and starts from $4,712.
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