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186 Old Rd

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Matawan, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Matawan, NJ

Pricing Updated: 01/23/2026

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
Brownville$3,397$65761
Cheesequake$3,397$73544
Lakeridge$3,397$73547

Cheapest Available Matawan Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Matawan, NJ is a Studio unit found at Keyport Harbor Apartment Homes in the Crestview Cove neighborhood priced from $1,650. Ken Gardens in the Crestview Cove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Matawan apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Keyport Harbor Apartment HomesStudio RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,650
Ken Gardens1 Bedroom Oak1BR,1BA$1,799
Geick Park ResidencyUnit B2BR,2BA$1,825
Tree HavenTree Haven I1BR,1BA$1,950
Strathmore Gardens ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Matawan, NJ

As of January 24, 2026 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 Model at Matawan Town Center starting at $2,915 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Crestview Cove 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
Matawan Town Center2 bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.24
Oak Tree ApartmentsB2-Oak2BR,1BA$2.28
Beacon Hill2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.62
The Apartments at Aberdeen StationB52BR,2BA$2.30
Camelot at MarlboroCleo - Camelot West2BR,2BA$2.30
Geick Park ResidencyUnit A1BR,2BA$1.72
Barrington GardensStandard Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.49
Ken Gardens2 Bedroom Pine2BR,1BA$2.59
Camelot at MarlboroCamelot East - Aria1BR,1BA$2.64

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Kathleen4+ years in Matawan

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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 Matawan

What type of rentals are currently available in Matawan?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Matawan, NJ with pricing that ranges from $657 to $4,200. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Matawan ranging from $1,800 to $4,190.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Matawan?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Matawan ranges from $1,800 to $4,190 with an average monthly rent of $2,971.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.