
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, NJ from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Pinewood Apartments

Crossroads Manor Apartments

Dutchtown Manor

Washington Square Apartments

Ocean Park Village

539 Sophee Ln, Unit Covington Village

Hampshire Crossing
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200 Woodlake Manor Dr, Unit 200 woodlake

Shenandoah Village Apartments

1034B Aberdeen Dr

Clifton Arms

533E Dartmoor Ct

363B Chesterfield Ct

1211D Shetland Dr

539 Sophee Ln
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Windsor Crescent

Toms River Crescent

Hope Gardens Apartments

Prospect Pointe Apt.

Lakeview Place

New Visions at the Residence Club

Brick Estates Apartment Homes

Cox Cro Crossing at The Residence Club
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Jackson Green

Gabrielle Run

Cornerstone at Toms River (55+)

Drum Point Arms

Autumn Ridge at Toms River Apartments

The Willows at Toms River

Meadow Green Apartments

Cedar Gardens
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Pinewood Estates

14 Primrose Ln

Cedar Pines Apartments

5 Rochford Dr

102 Daisy Ct

108 Greenwood Loop Rd

53 Briar Mills Dr

171 Sawmill Rd
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704 Sandra Pl
Lakewood, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Lakewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $1,700 | $3,025 |
| Cheap Lakewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $711 | $5,391 |
| Cheap Lakewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,371 | $828 | $4,816 |
| Cheap Lakewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,500 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Lakewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lakewood, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Pinewood Apartments priced from $1,715. Crossroads Manor Apartments 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 Lakewood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinewood Apartments | 1 BD 1 BTH Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Crossroads Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Meadow Green Apartments | THE OASIS | 2BR,2BA | $1,793 |
| Hope Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Prospect Pointe Apt. | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,904 |
| Dutchtown Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Lakeview Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| New Visions at the Residence Club | The Riptide | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Jackson Green | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,355 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood, NJ
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakewood area is the $1.82 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Jackson Green in the starting from $2,355. The second greatest value Lakewood apartment is the Hampton Model at Hampshire Crossing starting at $2,395 with a $2.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakewood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson Green | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Hampshire Crossing | Hampton | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Meadow Green Apartments | THE OASIS | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Lakeview Place | 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $2.43 |
| Boulevard At Brick | The Cape | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| New Visions at the Residence Club | The Riptide | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Prospect Pointe Apt. | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Dutchtown Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Pinewood Apartments | 1 BD 1 BTH Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakewood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Apartment is $1,715 at Pinewood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakewood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakewood is starting from $1,793 at Meadow Green Apartments.
What is the most affordable Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lakewood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hope Gardens Apartments and starts from $2,650.
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