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property at 368 Rector St

368 Rector St

Perth AmboyNJ08861

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property at 258 Crosspointe Dr

258 Crosspointe Dr

East BrunswickNJ08816
property at 19 Foxtail Ln

19 Foxtail Ln

Monmouth JunctionNJ08852
property at 3 College Dr

3 College Dr

EdisonNJ08817
property at 1 Lake Ave

1 Lake Ave

East BrunswickNJ08816

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property at 172 Highland Ave

172 Highland Ave

EdisonNJ08817
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Cheapest Available Middlesex County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Middlesex County, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Valor Pointe in the Southfield Estates neighborhood priced from $900. SoCam290 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,080. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middlesex County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valor Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$900
SoCam290AUR1BR,1BA$1,080
Maher Manor Senior Living1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,247
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,343
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Highland Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,500
Market LivingStudio - RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,525
Edison Woods SeniorStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Lincoln Gardens1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middlesex County, NJ

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Middlesex County area is the $0.32 price per square foot 204 Montrose Ave Model at 204 Montrose Ave, Unit D in the in the North Edison neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Middlesex County apartment is the 119 Cindy Ct Model at 119 Cindy Ct, Unit 1 starting at $3,650 with a $1.66 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Middlesex County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
204 Montrose Ave, Unit D204 Montrose Ave4BR,2BA$0.32
119 Cindy Ct, Unit 1119 Cindy Ct3BR,1BA$1.66
Parsonage Hill Village$2.22/sq.ft. - B1BR,1BA$1.57
North Village Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.78
Raritan Crossing Apartment HomesTHE MANOR (RENOVATED)3BR,2BA$1.85
33 Carlton St S, Unit 133 Carlton St S2BR,1BA$1.75
30 Glendale Ave, Unit Donna30 Glendale Ave2BR,1BA$1.91
Geick Park ResidencyUnit A1BR,2BA$1.72
Valor Pointe2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.88

Frequently Asked Questions about Middlesex County

What type of rentals are currently available in Middlesex County?

There are currently 1268 Apartments for Rent in Middlesex County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $890 to $20,232. There are also 368 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Middlesex County ranging from $1,650 to $8,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Middlesex County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Middlesex County ranges from $1,650 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,863.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Middlesex County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Middlesex County range from $1,033 to $9,417, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,560.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.