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How much does it cost to rent a home in Metuchen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metuchen 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,378 | $1,850 | $3,000 |
| Metuchen 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,564 | $2,950 | $4,700 |
| Metuchen 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,240 | $3,750 | $5,200 |
| Metuchen 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,700 | $3,700 | $3,700 |
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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 $1,575. 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 | $1,575 |
| Hilltop Manor & Estates | 1 Bedroom Lower Level Manor | 1BR,1BA | $1,665 |
| Old Post Road Apartments | 1 Bed - Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Lincoln Gardens | 1 Bedroom Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metuchen area is the $2.32 price per square foot The Einstein Model at Camelot at Edison in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $3,580. The second greatest value Metuchen apartment is the $2.14/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den Model at Millbrook Village starting at $2,895 with a $2.33 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelot at Edison | The Einstein | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Millbrook Village | $2.14/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Evergreen Meadows | $2.42/sq.ft. - D-2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Greenfield Gardens | $2.03/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Edison Woods | 2 Bedroom with Dining Room | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Durham Woods | $2.07/sq.ft. - The Ash | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Parsonage Hill Village | $2.11/sq.ft. - B | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Celebrations at South Plainfield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Village Commons | $2.34/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Old Post Road Apartments | 1 Bed - Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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There are currently 94 Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,349 to $5,193. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Metuchen ranging from $1,750 to $5,200.
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