Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NJ from $700 (16 Rentals)

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Concord Residences
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Concord Residences

10 Concord StHillsborough, NJ 08844
Senior Living
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Walters Apartments North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walters Apartments North

1000 Cornerstone DrBranchburg, NJ 08876
Senior Living
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Grandview Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Gardens

106 Finderne AveBridgewater, NJ 08807
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Heather Hill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heather Hill Apartments

245-251 Mountain AveSomerville, NJ 08876
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Six North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Six North

6 N Doughty AveSomerville, NJ 08876

Hillsborough, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, NJ

Pricing Updated: 10/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Parkside At Mountain View$3,535$1,77565
Roycebrook Meadows$5,000$1,77575

Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Kimberwyck Village Apartments in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood priced from $1,775. Bridgewater Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kimberwyck Village Apartments1BR first floor1BR,1BA$1,775
Bridgewater Court1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,795
Beekman Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Namotur Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
BrooksideBelmont Classic2BR,1BA$1,808

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NJ

As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $2.33 price per square foot B10 Model at The Hillmont in the in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the The Gardenia Model at Meadows at Montgomery starting at $3,185 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsborough apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The HillmontB102BR,2BA$2.33
Meadows at MontgomeryThe Gardenia2BR,2BA$2.33
New Center Greens Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.11
Stone Bridge at Raritan$2.06/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den2BR,2BA$2.03
Bridgewater Oaks2br 1.5ba2BR,1.5BA$2.30
Brookhaven Lofts1 Bedroom w/ Powder Room1BR,1.5BA$2.24
Beekman Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.44
Claremont TowersThe Kensington1BR,1BA$1.90
Hillsborough Gardens1BR1BTH1BR,1BA$2.24
Kimberwyck Village Apartments1BR second floor1BR,1BA$2.39

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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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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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Getting Around Hillsborough, NJ

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsborough Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsborough?

The cheapest apartment in Hillsborough is Kimberwyck Village Apartments which is listed at $1,775, while the average apartment in Hillsborough costs $4,267.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsborough?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Hillsborough that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hillsborough?

Cheap apartments in Hillsborough have an average cost of $371 which is $3,896 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsborough.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.