156 S 7th Ave
ManvilleNJ08835
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54 W Somerset St
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3 Norwich Pl
Franklin TownshipNJ08873
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BridgewaterNJ08807
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SomervilleNJ08876
1 Elizabeth St
RaritanNJ08869
14 Giles Biondi Ct
Bound BrookNJ08805
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174 W Main St
Bound BrookNJ08805
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Hillsborough, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillsborough?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,820 | $2,200 | $4,500 |
| Hillsborough 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,313 | $2,000 | $4,250 |
| Hillsborough 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,469 | $3,600 | $6,500 |
| Hillsborough 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,633 | $5,000 | $8,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, NJ
Pricing Updated: 05/27/2025Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside At Mountain View | $3,665 | $1,775 | 62 |
| Roycebrook Meadows | $3,715 | $1,775 | 66 |
Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Dorchester House in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,603. Namotur Apartment Homes in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,710. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsborough apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester House | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,603 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
| The Cobalt | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NJ and Nearby
As of May 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $2.04 price per square foot B14 Model at The Hillmont in the in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood starting from $3,290. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the The Gardenia Model at Meadows at Montgomery starting at $3,135 with a $2.30 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hillmont | B14 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| Meadows at Montgomery | The Gardenia | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| New Center Greens Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Stone Bridge at Raritan | $2.20/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| Claremont Towers | The Fairmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Summerfields Lofts | $2.37/sq.ft. - Summerfields 360-One Bedroom Del... | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Brookhaven Lofts | 1 Bedroom w/ Powder Room | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.38 |
| Beekman Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Sunnymeade Run | 1 Bedroom Corner | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hillsborough?
There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,475 to $6,400. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillsborough ranging from $1,775 to $8,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillsborough?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillsborough ranges from $1,775 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,847.
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