Cheap Apartments for Rent in Matawan, NJ from $600 (4 Rentals)

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Matawan, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Matawan, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Matawan, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Matawan Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lakeridge$2,750$73536
Brownville$3,673$65740
Cheesequake$3,673$1,64028

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matawan, NJ and Nearby

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Matawan area is the $2.03 price per square foot 2 BD Model at Old Bridge Town Center in the in the Browntown neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Matawan apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/Den Model at Beacon Hill starting at $3,300 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Cheesequake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Matawan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Old Bridge Town Center2 BD2BR,2BA$2.03
Beacon Hill2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/Den2BR,2BA$2.61
Geick Park ResidencyUnit A1BR,2BA$1.72
Key Grove FarmsSpacious 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.60
Chestnut Court2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.37
Barrington GardensFull Upgrade One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.42
Tree HavenTree Haven III1BR,1BA$2.56
HOLMDEL POINTEOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.16
Ken Gardens1 Bedroom Oak1BR,1BA$2.61
Marc Hampton Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.72

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Getting Around Matawan, NJ

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Kathleen4+ years in Matawan

February 25, 2025

I was born in matawan nj 07447 in my grandparents home on broad street and grew up on main street. Robert Dennis tommarazzo is my grandparents son and Ruth Ann is my mother Robert's sister. I would like to move to Monmouth area. With my children and boyfriend of many years. Thank you. Kathleen Marie cafiero 551 3757799 Cafierokathleen62@gmail.com

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Matawan Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Matawan?

The cheapest apartment in Matawan is Balmoral Arms which is listed at $1,710, while the average apartment in Matawan costs $3,365.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Matawan?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Matawan that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.