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Hillsborough, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hillsborough, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/22/2025

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$4,400$1,77556
Roycebrook Meadows$4,400$1,77566

Cheapest Available Hillsborough Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsborough, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Dorchester House in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,578. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dorchester HouseStudio1BR,1BA$1,578
Namotur Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,710
South Bridge Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NJ

As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillsborough area is the $2.33 price per square foot The Gardenia Model at Meadows at Montgomery in the in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood starting from $3,185. The second greatest value Hillsborough apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at New Center Greens Garden Apartments starting at $2,845 with a $2.11 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.
Meadows at MontgomeryThe Gardenia2BR,2BA$2.33
New Center Greens Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.11
Stone Bridge at Raritan$2.20/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den2BR,2BA$2.17
Kirby VillageWillow 12BR,2BA$2.69
Brookhaven Lofts1 Bedroom w/ Powder Room1BR,1.5BA$2.28
Beekman Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.44
The HillmontA041BR,1BA$2.68
Sunnymeade Run1 Bedroom Corner1BR,1BA$2.41
Summerfields Lofts$2.58/sq.ft. - Summerfields 360-One Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$2.58
South Bridge Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.53

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillsborough

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillsborough?

There are currently 82 Apartments for Rent in Hillsborough, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,475 to $5,324. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillsborough ranging from $1,675 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 $1,675 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,332.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hillsborough?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillsborough range from $3,085 to $4,625, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,050. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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