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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

property at 96 East Ave

$2,150 - $2,250

1 Bedroom Rentals

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96 East Ave

Atlantic HighlandsNJ07716
property at 330 Shore Dr

$2,300 - $2,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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330 Shore Dr

HighlandsNJ07732

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Highlands, NJ Local Guide

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. Oceanport Gardens in the Jockey Club neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,539. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bayshore Village (62+)2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,291
Oceanport Gardens1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,539
Shrewsbury Arms Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NJ

As of June 22, 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 Bedroom Model at Southbrook Gardens starting at $2,749 with a $2.79 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The View at Long Branch2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.76
Southbrook Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.79
130 Morris Ave.Luxury 11BR,1BA$2.24
Bayshore Village (62+)2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.34
Country Club Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$2.93
240 LB Elmwood1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.51
Garrison ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.73
The Willow at Long Branch258 Morris 1 BD1BR,1BA$3.79
Shrewsbury Arms Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.82
Oceanport Gardens1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.57

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands

What type of rentals are currently available in Highlands?

There are currently 75 Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NJ with pricing that ranges from $663 to $22,000. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Highlands ranging from $2,000 to $70,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Highlands?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Highlands ranges from $2,000 to $70,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,417.

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.