Cheap Apartments for Rent in Livingston, NJ from $1,500 (39 Rentals)

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Hillside Club
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Club

1000 Murray CtLivingston, NJ 07039

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Chatham Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chatham Arms

49 S. Passaic AveChatham, NJ 07928

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Chelsea Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Chelsea Court

178 Roseland AveCaldwell, NJ 07006
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Everly Roseland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Everly Roseland

28 Nob Hill RdRoseland, NJ 07068
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156 Roseland Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

156 Roseland Ave

156 Roseland AveCaldwell, NJ 07006
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Livingston, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Livingston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Livingston, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Summit House in the Bel Air neighborhood priced from $1,767. West Mill Gardens in the Bel Air neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Livingston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Summit House4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,767
West Mill Gardens$2.38/sq.ft. - The Astor1BR,1BA$1,895
Chelsea Court1 Bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,930
Cedar Street Commons - Senior Living CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,370
Chatham on Main1BR Standard1BR,1BA$2,400
Highgate at Livingston$3.25/sq.ft. - Residence A1M11BR,1BA$2,775
Everly Roseland1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,776
Stonehill at West OrangeA31BR,1BA$2,798
Jackson House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Livingston, NJ

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Livingston area is the $2.46 price per square foot $2.59/sq.ft. - Residence B Model at Cider Mill Townhomes in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $6,495. The second greatest value Livingston apartment is the Townhouse A Model at Northfield Townhouses starting at $2,935 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Livingston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cider Mill Townhomes$2.59/sq.ft. - Residence B3BR,2.5BA$2.46
Northfield TownhousesTownhouse A2BR,1BA$1.63
3 Mount Vernon Ave, Unit #13 Mount Vernon Ave3BR,2BA$2.29
Avalon Townhome Collection RoselandB4TD2BR,2.5BA$2.65
156 Roseland Ave2Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.14
Sun Valley at Florham ParkColumbia3BR,2.5BA$2.77
West Mill Gardens$2.56/sq.ft. - The Chelsea2BR,1.5BA$2.58
Jackson House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.76
Summit House4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen1BR,1.5BA$1.86
300 Main St, Unit 2300 Main St1BR,1BA$2.79

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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 Livingston Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Livingston Apartment is $1,767 at Summit House.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Livingston is starting from $2,600 at Chatham on Main.

What is the most affordable Livingston Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Livingston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Valley at Florham Park and starts from $3,625.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.