
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Layton, NJ from $500 (25 Rentals)
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Alpine Village

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Wilson Manor
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Riverside on the Delaware

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NETCONG HEIGHTS

Middlecrest Crossing 55+ Senior Apartments

127 Falcon Ridge Way N

39 Church St
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18 Washington St

187 NJ-94

2 Great Gorge Terrace

55 Madison St

224 Glen Rd

144 Jersey Ave
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21 Madison St
Layton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Layton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layton Studio Apartments | $1,920 | $1,335 | $2,600 |
| Layton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,188 | $716 | $3,050 |
| Layton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $1,458 | $4,300 |
| Layton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,281 | $2,225 | $4,700 |
| Layton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,749 | $2,749 | $2,749 |
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Cheapest Available Layton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Layton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community priced from $716. Wilson Manor in the Rolling Hills Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Layton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $716 |
| Wilson Manor | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Village Green Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,703 |
| Riverside on the Delaware | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Layton, NJ and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Layton 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 Layton apartment is the MONTH FREE SPECIAL! - 2B2 Top Floor - Two Bedro... Model at 34 Bank at Netcong starting at $2,538 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Andover Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Layton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Ridge at Sussex | 8 Ridgefield Rd 101 | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 34 Bank at Netcong | MONTH FREE SPECIAL! - 2B2 Top Floor - Two Bedro... | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Mt. Arlington Gardens Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 1,100 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Riverside on the Delaware | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Mt. Nebo Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Newtonian Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Kings View Apartments (55+ Active Community) | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Jefferson Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom - First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| NETCONG HEIGHTS | One Bedroom Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Layton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Layton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Layton Apartment is $716 at Water's Edge 55+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Layton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Layton is starting from $1,810 at Hillside Terrace.
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