
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ from $1,349 (46 Rentals)


21 Station Pl

Metuchen Manor

401 Main Street

Metuchen Apartments

Redfield Village

Metuchen Center of Enterprise

40-3 Prospect St

218 Newman St
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30 Prospect St

Metuchen Plaza

95 Central Ave

citivillage@metuchen station

Residence at Roosevelt Park 62+ SENIOR

337 Wood Ave

337 Wood Ave

161 Evergreen Rd

Hilltop Manor & Estates
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Parkwood Gardens

Old Post Road Apartments

Lincoln Gardens

Evergreen Meadows

Greenfield Gardens

Edison Woods Senior

The Crossings at Menlo Park

Oak Tree Village

Millbrook Village
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The Crossings at One

28 Elmwood Ave

Edison Woods

Talmadge Village

Metropark Station Apartments

Grandview Gardens

Parsonage Hill Village

Durham Woods

Millbrook Horizon
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Camelot at Edison

1037 Amboy Ave

Celebrations at South Plainfield

Woodside Apartments

Trafalgar Gardens

29B Garfield Park

Clara Barton Apartments

311 Edison Glen Terrace

6501 Ave C
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Millbrook Village North
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Metuchen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metuchen Studio Apartments | $2,539 | $1,595 | $2,789 |
| Metuchen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $1,349 | $3,520 |
| Metuchen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,458 | $1,614 | $4,320 |
| Metuchen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,886 | $2,300 | $5,193 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metuchen Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Metuchen?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Metuchen is at Hilltop Manor & Estates listed at $1,670.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Metuchen Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metuchen Apartment is $1,670 at Hilltop Manor & Estates.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Metuchen Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Metuchen is starting from $1,670 at Hilltop Manor & Estates.
What is the most affordable Metuchen Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Metuchen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hilltop Manor & Estates and starts from $1,670.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.