
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, NJ from $1,700 (32 Rentals)
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53 Homestead Rd

51 Winona Trail

Brentwood Gardens

Gateways at Randolph

Randolph Village
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Center Grove Village

Waterfall Village

10 N. Main

Meridia Transit Plaza
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Rustic Ridge

The View At Mine Hill

The Carriage Club

Quaker Village

Kinnelon Ridge

Canfield Mews
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Avalon Boonton

360 Oak Ridge Rd

23 Mohawk Ave

11 Lehigh Way

224 Glen Rd

406 Brooklyn Mountain Rd

34 Wyker Rd

42 W Main St
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Jefferson, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Jefferson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Jefferson Studio Apartments | $2,357 | $2,300 | $2,415 |
Jefferson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,247 | $1,700 | $3,285 |
Jefferson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,213 | $1,995 | $4,495 |
Jefferson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,057 | $3,050 | $5,145 |
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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 NETCONG HEIGHTS in the Andover Ridge neighborhood priced from $1,790. 69 King St in the Downtown Dover neighborhood 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 Jefferson apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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NETCONG HEIGHTS | One Bedroom Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Gateways at Randolph | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Country Village | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 1,000 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,910 |
10 N. Main | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,971 |
Hillside Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Pinefield Manor | RENOVATED KITCHEN & BATHROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jefferson, NJ and Nearby
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Jefferson area is the $2.68 price per square foot $2.68/sq.ft. - Three Bedroom with Basement Model at Pondview Estates in the starting from $3,825. The second greatest value Jefferson apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Mountain Ridge at Sussex starting at $2,600 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Briar Crest at Crystal Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Jefferson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pondview Estates | $2.68/sq.ft. - Three Bedroom with Basement | 3BR,2BA | $2.68 |
Mountain Ridge at Sussex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
Parc At Roxbury | Owl | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
Rock Pointe | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 1,000 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
Hillside Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Quaker Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Woodmont West at Mt. Arlington | Berkeley | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
NETCONG HEIGHTS | One Bedroom Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jefferson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Jefferson Apartment is $1,790 at NETCONG HEIGHTS.
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 $1,995 at Hillside Gardens.
What is the most affordable Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Jefferson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pondview Estates and starts from $3,825.
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.

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 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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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