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property at 70 W Grand St

$1,550

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70 W Grand St

ElizabethNJ07202

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property at 450 3rd Ave

$1,800

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$1,800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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450 3rd Ave

ElizabethNJ07206

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property at 557 S Broad St

$1,995

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$1,995

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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557 S Broad St, Unit C2, Unit C2

557 S Broad St
ElizabethNJ07202

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property at 15 Fitch St

$2,000

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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15 Fitch St

CarteretNJ07008

Linden, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Linden Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Linden, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood priced from $1,229. Wood Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Linden apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Wood Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
LidgerwoodA11BR,1BA$1,500
201 First Street2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,522

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Linden, NJ

As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Linden area is the $0.19 price per square foot 556 Bond St Model at 556 Bond St, Unit Bond street in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Linden apartment is the 523 Lidgerwood Ave Model at 523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora starting at $3,000 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Peterstown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Linden apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
556 Bond St, Unit Bond street556 Bond St3BR,1BA$0.19
523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora523 Lidgerwood Ave3BR,2BA$1.67
208 Vine St, Unit 1 Floor208 Vine St3BR,2BA$1.65
216 Amity St, Unit 2216 Amity St3BR,2BA$1.71
226 Bond St, Unit APT 1226 Bond St3BR,2BA$1.71
407 E Price St, Unit 2407 E Price St3BR,1BA$1.84
212 Port Ave212 Port Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.07
334 Fulton St, Unit 2334 Fulton St3BR,1BA$2.10
209-219 Broad St2A2BR,1BA$2.09
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

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Frequently Asked Questions about Linden

What type of rentals are currently available in Linden?

There are currently 1253 Apartments for Rent in Linden, NJ with pricing that ranges from $950 to $28,977. There are also 134 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Linden ranging from $1,150 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Linden?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Linden ranges from $1,150 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,939.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Linden range from $1,397 to $3,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,100 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,897.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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