
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NJ from $600 (43 Rentals)
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Shore Landing

11 Miller St, Unit A

60 Mathews St

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55 Seadrift Ave, Unit 1

67 Snug Harbor Ave

330 Shore Dr

The Place at Middletown Walk
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Bayshore Village (62+)

McGuire's Grove

Oceanport Gardens

4 Via Ripa Wy

Shrewsbury Manor

Country Club Apartments

Pleasure Bay

Shrewsbury Arms Apartments
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333 Ocean Blvd

Sutton Commons

Southbrook Gardens

240 LB Elmwood

Garrison Apartments

Regency Park (NO PETS ALLOWED)

Sea Verge

KNOLLWOOD GARDENS/ NO PETS ALLOWED
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130 Morris Ave.

96 East Ave, Unit 33

Colony House Apartments

Pier Village Apartments

Atlantic Pointe Apartments

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Star of the Sea Apartments

624 Ocean Ave

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

River Street Commons - 55+ Community

Brookwood Estates

Monmouth Beach Village Apartment Homes

Navesink Woods

127-131 Hudson Ave

Molly Pitcher Village Apartments

1 Central Ave
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96 East Ave

153 Pavilion Ave

32 Center 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 | $2,290 | $1,800 | $3,224 |
| Cheap Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $663 | $3,921 |
| Cheap Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,511 | $798 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,750 | $922 | $6,123 |
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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 Aberdeen Hazlet Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,291. McGuire's Grove in the Aberdeen Hazlet Middletown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. 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 |
| McGuire's Grove | 1 Bedroom (Low) | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Oceanport Gardens | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,539 |
| Pleasure Bay | Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,909 |
| Shrewsbury Arms Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Sutton Commons | 3 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Southbrook Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| 240 LB Elmwood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Garrison Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Sea Verge | Coral | Studio,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NJ
As of June 13, 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 55 Seadrift Ave Model at 55 Seadrift Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,800 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Aberdeen Hazlet Middletown 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 |
| 55 Seadrift Ave, Unit 1 | 55 Seadrift Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| McGuire's Grove | 1 Bedroom (Low) | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Southbrook Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| 130 Morris Ave. | Luxury 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Bayshore Village (62+) | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 240 LB Elmwood | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Garrison Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Sutton Commons | 3 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 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 Pleasure Bay listed at $1,909.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment is $1,525 at McGuire's Grove.
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 Atlantic Pointe Apartments and starts from $3,265.
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