
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Marlboro, NJ from $657 (55 Rentals)
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37 School Rd

785 Banyan Ct

The Place at Marlboro

The Continental at Freehold

Wemrock Senior Living (55+)

Maher Manor Senior Living

Brentwood Gardens

The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods)

Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community
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Madison Arms

Prospect Point

Spring Terrace Apartments

The Enclave 55+

Stratford Apartments

The Link at Aberdeen Station

Monmouth Village

Old Bridge Town Center

Claridge Court Apartments
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Post and Coach Apartment Homes

Strathmore Gardens Apartments

Lofts at Monroe Parke

Heritage Square at Aberdeen

Oak Tree Apartments

Stamford Square

99 Bridge

Hidden Village Aberdeen

Geick Park Residency

5 Pleasant Valley Rd
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Camelot at Marlboro

Eagle Rock Apartments at Freehold

The Edge At Matawan

The Park at Freehold

The Edge at Freehold

The Exchange on Franklin

169 Devon Ct

Livana Colts Neck

Celebrations at South Plainfield

Hudson Ridge Residences
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Chuck Costello Complex Special Needs Living

Royal Pines (55+)

Matawan Station Apartments

Tree Haven Village Apartments

134 Amberly Dr

1304 Wellington Pl

147 Amberly Dr

Avalon Old Bridge

Matawan Town Center

113 Dundee Ct
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Marlboro, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Marlboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Marlboro Studio Apartments | $2,058 | $1,785 | $2,380 |
| Cheap Marlboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,440 | $657 | $3,095 |
| Cheap Marlboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,158 | $803 | $4,200 |
| Cheap Marlboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,293 | $925 | $3,575 |
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Cheapest Available Marlboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Marlboro, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Celebrations at South Plainfield in the Browntown neighborhood priced from $654. The Continental at Freehold in the Stonehurst East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,119. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marlboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrations at South Plainfield | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $654 |
| The Continental at Freehold | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,119 |
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,299 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1,418 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $1,443 |
| Madison Arms | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR, 1BA | $1,860 |
| Prospect Point | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR, 1BA | $1,880 |
| The Enclave 55+ | Residence A8 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,920 |
| Stratford Apartments | 1 Bedroom | Studio, 1BA | $1,925 |
| Old Bridge Town Center | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marlboro, NJ
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Marlboro area is the $2.55 price per square foot STREAM Model at The Franklin at Marlboro in the Brownville neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Marlboro apartment is the B2 Model at The Edge At Matawan in the Crestview Cove neighborhood starting at $3,076 with a $2.28 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Marlboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Franklin at Marlboro | STREAM | 2BR, 2.5BA | $2.55 |
| The Edge At Matawan | B2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.28 |
| Camelot at Marlboro | Camelot East - Everly | 2BR, 2BA | $2.56 |
| Stamford Square | Model D | 2BR, 2BA | $2.14 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.49 |
| Claridge Court Apartments | 1 BR - 1 BTH | 1BR, 1BA | $2.38 |
| The Continental at Freehold | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.36 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR, 1BA | $2.08 |
| Celebrations at South Plainfield | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marlboro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marlboro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marlboro is at Stratford Apartments listed at $1,925.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marlboro Apartment is $654 at Celebrations at South Plainfield.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marlboro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marlboro is starting from $1,418 at The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods).
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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