
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Middlesex, NJ from $1,100 (53 Rentals)
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Park Brook Gardens

Hampton Gardens

307 2nd St

The View

625 Bound Brook Rd

119 Vogel Pl

525 Jackson Ave

14 Knollwood St

Greenwood Gardens
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2 Columbus Pl

Meridia Bound Brook 300

405 N Washington Ave

17 E Franklin St

Greenbrook Gardens

Tanglewood Terrace Apartment Homes

Meridia Bound Brook 1

Meridia Main Station

Bound Brook Apartments

Garfield Park Apartments
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Cypress Gardens

Birchview Gardens

Ridgedale Gardens

215 Ridge at Bound Brook

Rivercrest Apartments

The Rail at Bound Brook

The Vibe

Mohring Place

The Hopkinson

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140 North Ave
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Piscataway Park

Avalon Piscataway

The Beacon on Main

207 Gertrude Ter

The Nell

Heritage At Piscataway

Towne Oaks Apartments

Mayflower at Piscataway

Dunellen Station Condominiums

32 Curtis Avenue
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The Gateway @ Dunellen

526 E 2nd St

612 Bound Brook Rd, Unit 4

Finchley Gardens

The View

Mosaic on Main

141 Main St

447 Lancaster Ct

388 Lancaster Ct

39 Albert St
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Middlesex, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Middlesex?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Middlesex Studio Apartments | $1,965 | $1,650 | $2,400 |
| Cheap Middlesex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,570 | $3,235 |
| Cheap Middlesex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,733 | $1,600 | $4,250 |
| Cheap Middlesex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $2,650 | $4,330 |
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Cheapest Available Middlesex Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Middlesex, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Middlesex Village Apartments priced from $1,570. Meridia Bound Brook 300 in the Canal Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middlesex apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middlesex Village Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,570 |
| Meridia Bound Brook 300 | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Tanglewood Terrace Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 709 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,770 |
| Park Brook Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Meridia Main Station | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Meridia Bound Brook 1 | C | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.17/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Finchley Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,874 |
| Birchview Gardens | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| Hampton Gardens | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middlesex, NJ
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Middlesex area is the $1.73 price per square foot 1 Model at 97 Main St in the in the Canal Crossing neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Middlesex apartment is the $1.94/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft Model at Cedar Manor starting at $3,195 with a $1.94 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Middlesex apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Main St | 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Cedar Manor | $1.94/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 107 W Front St, Unit 1 | 107 W Front St | 3BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| Queens Gate | Andover | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| 251 Maple Ave, Unit 251 Maple Ave Apartment A | 251 Maple Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Birchview Gardens | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 140 North Ave | 140 North Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 215 Ridge at Bound Brook | 1 Bedroom with Den- A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Park Brook Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Middlesex Village Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Middlesex Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Middlesex?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Middlesex is at Meridia Bound Brook 300 listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Middlesex Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Middlesex Apartment is $1,570 at Middlesex Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Middlesex Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Middlesex is starting from $1,999 at Bound Brook Apartments.
What is the most affordable Middlesex Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Middlesex Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Middlesex Village Townhomes and starts from $2,825.
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