
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ from $600 (65 Rentals)
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The Ayla

207 Woodbridge Ave

Regency @ Menlo Park Terrace

176 Central Ave

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41 Reilly Ct, Unit 1

89 Van Buren Ave

21 Station Pl

Metuchen Manor

401 Main Street
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Redfield Village

Metuchen Center of Enterprise

40-3 Prospect St

218 Newman St

30 Prospect St

Metuchen Plaza

95 Central Ave

citivillage@metuchen station

Residence at Roosevelt Park 62+ SENIOR
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337 Wood Ave

337 Wood Ave

Edison Woods Senior

161 Evergreen Rd

Hilltop Manor & Estates

Parkwood Gardens

Old Post Road Apartments

Lincoln Gardens

Evergreen Meadows

Greenfield Gardens
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The Crossings at Menlo Park

Oak Tree Village

Millbrook Village

The Crossings at One

28 Elmwood Ave

Edison Woods

Talmadge Village

Metropark Station Apartments

Grandview Gardens

Parsonage Hill Village
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Durham Woods

Millbrook Horizon

Camelot at Edison

1037 Amboy Ave

Celebrations at South Plainfield

Woodside Apartments

Trafalgar Gardens

Millbrook Village North

6 College Dr

29B Garfield Park
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Metuchen, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Metuchen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Metuchen Studio Apartments | $2,539 | $1,595 | $2,789 |
| Cheap Metuchen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $1,349 | $3,520 |
| Cheap Metuchen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,458 | $1,614 | $4,320 |
| Cheap Metuchen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,886 | $2,300 | $5,193 |
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Cheapest Available Metuchen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Metuchen, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Celebrations at South Plainfield in the Lahiere neighborhood priced from $840. Edison Woods Senior in the South Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Metuchen apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celebrations at South Plainfield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| Edison Woods Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Hilltop Manor & Estates | 1 Bedroom Estates | 1BR,1BA | $1,670 |
| Old Post Road Apartments | 1 Bed - Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Lincoln Gardens | 1 Bedroom Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Greenfield Gardens | $2.01/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Oak Tree Village | 1 Bedroom - Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
| Millbrook Village | $2.20/sq.ft. - Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Clara Barton Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Edison Woods | 1 Bedroom Dining Room | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metuchen area is the $1.97 price per square foot $1.97/sq.ft. - The Cypress Model at Durham Woods in the in the South Edison neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Metuchen apartment is the $2.33/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den Model at Millbrook Village starting at $3,095 with a $2.50 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Woods | $1.97/sq.ft. - The Cypress | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.97 |
| Millbrook Village | $2.33/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Evergreen Meadows | $2.60/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Den TownHome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.60 |
| Greenfield Gardens | $2.03/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Millbrook Village North | $2.26/sq.ft. - Redwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.26 |
| Edison Woods | 2 Bedroom with Dining Room | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Oak Tree Village | 2 Bedroom - Second Floor | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Greenway Village | 398-Classic 1-bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Celebrations at South Plainfield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Old Post Road Apartments | 1 Bed - Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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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 Edison Woods Senior listed at $1,595.
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 $840 at Celebrations at South Plainfield.
What is the most affordable Metuchen Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Metuchen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Homestead Village and starts from $3,065.
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