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224 Glen Rd
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224 Glen Rd

224 Glen RdSparta, NJ 07871
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Country Village
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Country Village

456 Rockaway RdDover, NJ 07801
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52 Main St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

52 Main St

52 Main StSuccasunna, NJ 07876

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Cheapest Available Jefferson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Jefferson, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Jefferson Ridge Apartments priced from $1,730. NETCONG HEIGHTS in the Andover Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Jefferson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Jefferson Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom - First Floor1BR,1BA$1,730
NETCONG HEIGHTSOne Bedroom First Floor1BR,1BA$1,775
Dover Hills Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath $1800 - $20001BR,1BA$1,800
Randolph Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,825
Gateways at RandolphRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$1,825
Center Grove Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,865
Shore Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,895
The View At Mine Hill1 Bed + 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,050
Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 1,000 sqft1BR,1BA$2,060
Meridia Transit Plaza1B31BR,1BA$2,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, NJ and Nearby

As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $2.04 price per square foot 8 Ridgefield Rd 101 Model at Mountain Ridge at Sussex in the in the Briar Crest at Crystal Springs neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the $2.10/sq.ft. - The Avon Model at Kinnelon Ridge starting at $2,590 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Grandview at Kinnelon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mountain Ridge at Sussex8 Ridgefield Rd 1012BR,2BA$2.04
Kinnelon Ridge$2.10/sq.ft. - The Avon2BR,2BA$2.10
Hillside GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.83
Woodmont West at Mt. ArlingtonMonterey (E)2BR,2BA$2.51
Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 1,100 sqft2BR,1BA$2.27
Canfield Mews1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.44
Dover Hills Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath $1800 - $20001BR,1BA$2.40
Jefferson Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom - First Floor1BR,1BA$2.31
Randolph Village1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.43
NETCONG HEIGHTSOne Bedroom First Floor1BR,1BA$2.37

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

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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 Cheap Jefferson Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Jefferson?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Jefferson is at 80East listed at $2,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $1,730 at Jefferson Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Jefferson Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Jefferson is starting from $2,175 at Randolph Village.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.