
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Lyons, NJ from $1,570 (43 Rentals)
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Greenwood Gardens

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North Mountain Ridge

Greenbrook Gardens

Park Brook Gardens

Bridgewater Court
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Crown Court

Bridgewater Square, Two Weeks Free!

Stirling Manor Associates

The Diamond at Warren

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Berkeley House

Allure at Green Brook

Berkeley Crossing

Bedminster Crossing

Park Edge

The Gateway @ Dunellen
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391-399 Grove St

Cypress Gardens

43 E Somerset St

293 Watchung Ave

273 W Main St

Metro526 Apartments

401 Sanford Ave

Modera Berkeley Heights
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Liberty Village at Warren

Bridgewater Oaks

8 Crestmont Rd
Lyons, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lyons?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyons Studio Apartments | $2,559 | $1,795 | $2,742 |
| Lyons 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $1,570 | $4,280 |
| Lyons 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,439 | $1,885 | $6,500 |
| Lyons 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,613 | $2,650 | $5,595 |
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Cheapest Available Lyons Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lyons, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Middlesex Village Apartments priced from $1,570. Brookside in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,608. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lyons apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesex Village Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Brookside | Springfield Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,608 |
| Bound Brook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,729 |
| The Gateway @ Dunellen | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,740 |
| Park Brook Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Greenbrook Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,802 |
| Hampton Gardens | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Bridgewater Court | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,960 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at North Plainfield | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1 Bedroom Sunny Slope | 1BR,1BA | $2,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lyons, NJ and Nearby
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lyons area is the $2.12 price per square foot Bedford Model at Queens Gate in the starting from $2,940. The second greatest value Lyons apartment is the 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath Model at The Diamond at Warren starting at $3,300 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Free Acres neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lyons apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Gate | Bedford | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| The Diamond at Warren | 2 Bedroom & 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Crown Court | $2.67/sq.ft. - 2D - Phase II | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Woods at King George Apartments | Woods 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Bridgewater Square, Two Weeks Free! | Princeton | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Greenbrook Gardens | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1 Bedroom Sunny Slope | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Village at Bridgewater | The Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Park Brook Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Middlesex Village Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lyons Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lyons?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lyons is at The Gateway @ Dunellen listed at $1,740.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lyons Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lyons Apartment is $1,570 at Middlesex Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lyons Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lyons is starting from $1,942 at Brookside.
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