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Ward-Force House Apartments

3 Rebecca Rd, Unit 3 Rebecca Rd, Unit 3 Rebecca Rd

Summit House

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1 S Passaic Ave, Unit B, Unit B

Chatham Arms
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138 Roseland Ave

300 Main St, Unit 2, Unit 2

West Mill Gardens

Parkway East

Madison Apartments

Avalon at Becker Farm
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Chatham on Main

490 Tremont Ave

641 Lincoln Ave

678 Scotland Rd

Chelsea Court

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Wiliams-Harrison House Apartments

488 Heywood Ave

4 Swaine Pl

305 Millburn Ave

23 Meeker Pl

156 Roseland Ave
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35 Mountain View St
Livingston, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Livingston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Livingston Studio Apartments | $2,304 | $1,895 | $2,525 |
| Cheap Livingston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $1,600 | $3,700 |
| Cheap Livingston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,854 | $2,011 | $7,735 |
| Cheap Livingston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,675 | $3,410 | $6,595 |
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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. Chelsea Court 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit House | 4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,767 |
| Chelsea Court | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| West Mill Gardens | $2.38/sq.ft. - The Astor | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
| Chatham on Main | 1BR Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Cedar Street Commons - Senior Living Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Livingston, NJ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Livingston area is the $2.19 price per square foot $2.37/sq.ft. - Residence C Model at Cider Mill Townhomes in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $5,545. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cider Mill Townhomes | $2.37/sq.ft. - Residence C | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.19 |
| Northfield Townhouses | Townhouse A | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Sun Valley at Florham Park | Columbia | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.69 |
| West Mill Gardens | $2.14/sq.ft. - The Chelsea | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.65 |
| 147 Columbia | $3.35/sq.ft. - Residence 2-1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Jackson House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Spring Brook At Chatham | The Hamilton | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Everly Roseland | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Summit House | 4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| 300 Main St, Unit 2 | 300 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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Best Local Schools in Livingston, NJ
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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 $3,525.
Expert Rental Resources
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