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Edison Woods Senior

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816 Orlando Street, Unit 816 Orlando St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Metuchen?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Metuchen Studio Apartments | $2,178 | $1,550 | $2,609 |
Cheap Metuchen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,303 | $1,280 | $3,950 |
Cheap Metuchen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,953 | $1,530 | $5,010 |
Cheap Metuchen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,940 | $2,500 | $6,930 |
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Cheapest Available Metuchen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Metuchen, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Gardens in the South Edison neighborhood priced from $1,550. Edison Woods Senior in the South Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Metuchen apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lincoln Gardens | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Edison Woods Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
Old Post Road Apartments | 1 Bed - Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Hilltop Manor & Estates | 1 Bedroom Estates | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
Greenfield Gardens | $1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ
As of July 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metuchen area is the $1.57 price per square foot $2.22/sq.ft. - B Model at Parsonage Hill Village in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $2,035. The second greatest value Metuchen apartment is the $2.46/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den Model at Millbrook Village starting at $3,045 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the South Edison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metuchen apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Parsonage Hill Village | $2.22/sq.ft. - B | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Millbrook Village | $2.46/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Greenfield Gardens | $1.95/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
Edison Woods | 2 Bedroom with Dining Room | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Oak Tree Village | 2 Bedroom - First Floor | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
Durham Woods | $2.28/sq.ft. - The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
816 Orlando Street, Unit 816 Orlando St | 816 Orlando Street | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
143 College Dr | 143 College Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Evergreen Meadows | $2.68/sq.ft. - D-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
Old Post Road Apartments | 1 Bed - Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Getting Around Metuchen, NJ
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metuchen Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Metuchen Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metuchen Apartment is $1,550 at Lincoln Gardens.
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 $2,160 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 Grandview Gardens and starts from $2,995.
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