
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hightstown, NJ from $500 (50 Rentals)
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Wynbrook West

Kensington Arms

Townhouse Gardens

Dorchester Arms

Kensington Arms

Princeton Arms West

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Place at Plainsboro

Windsor Regency
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Quail Ridge Apartments

Village East

Towne Mews

Princeton Lakeview Apartments

Woodmere at Hamilton

Garden View Apartments

Waterside Villas

The Crest at Princeton Meadows

Hunters Glen

Sharon Arms
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Windsor Castle

Brookwood Gardens

Addison at Princeton Meadows

Woods East Windsor

eaves West Windsor

Deer Creek

The Crossings at Plainsboro

1724 Country Mill Dr

L6 Twin Rivers Dr N, Unit L-6

L6 Twin Rivers Dr N
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Valor Pointe

The Hamlet at Bear Creek

Twin Rivers Apartments

Princeton Arms North

5013 Ravens Crest Dr

1508 Ravens Crest Dr

1802 Ravens Crest Dr

4707 Ravens Crest Dr

2307 Aspen Dr

R2 Avon Dr E
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4901 Ravens Crest Dr

1105 Aspen Dr

1203 E Ravens Crest Dr

1908 Ravens Crest Dr

2107 Ravens Crest Dr

58 Garden View Terrace

4906 Ravens Crest Dr

1609 Ravens Crest Dr

Windsor Commons

Wyncrest at East Windsor
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Hightstown, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hightstown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hightstown Studio Apartments | $2,038 | $1,585 | $2,935 |
| Cheap Hightstown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,074 | $566 | $3,580 |
| Cheap Hightstown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,722 | $897 | $4,474 |
| Cheap Hightstown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $1,033 | $4,554 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hightstown, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hightstown, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hightstown Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hightstown East Windsor | $2,375 | $1,525 | 15 |
Cheapest Available Hightstown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hightstown, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Windsor Regency in the Turnpike West neighborhood priced from $1,525. Quail Ridge Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,585. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hightstown apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Regency | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Crest at Princeton Meadows | The Summit | 1BR,1BA | $1,765 |
| Waterside Villas | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,766 |
| Hunters Glen | 1×1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,770 |
| Woodmere at Hamilton | 1 Bedroom w/Country Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,835 |
| Towne Mews | 4.5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Addison at Princeton Meadows | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Deerfield Westerlea | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hightstown, NJ
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hightstown area is the $2.03 price per square foot Canary Model at Princeton Terrace At West Windsor in the in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Hightstown apartment is the B Model at Plainsboro Village Center Residential starting at $2,500 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hightstown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Terrace At West Windsor | Canary | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.03 |
| Plainsboro Village Center Residential | B | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Sharon Arms | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.23 |
| Village East | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Deerfield Westerlea | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Woodmere at Hamilton | 1 Bedroom w/Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Towne Mews | 4.5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Woods East Windsor | BLOSSOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Waterside Villas | One Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hightstown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hightstown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hightstown is at Quail Ridge Apartments listed at $1,585.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hightstown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hightstown Apartment is $1,525 at Windsor Regency.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hightstown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hightstown is starting from $1,850 at Towne Mews.
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