
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Middlesex, NJ from $1,095 (53 Rentals)
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Park Brook Gardens

Hampton Gardens

The View

45 Bristol Rd

2 Columbus Pl

Greenwood Gardens

Finchley Gardens

Bound Brook Apartments

Greenbrook Gardens
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17 E Franklin St

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Meridia Bound Brook 1

Meridia Main Station

The Rail at Bound Brook

Meridia Bound Brook 300

Avalon Piscataway

Ridgedale Gardens

Rivercrest Apartments

Birchview Gardens
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The Vibe

Piscataway Park

Mohring Place

The Hopkinson

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140 North Ave

348 Front St

The Nell

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251 Maple Ave, Unit 251 Maple Ave Apartment D

The Beacon on Main

Citizen Bound Brook
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207 Gertrude Ter

Heritage At Piscataway

Towne Oaks Apartments

Mayflower at Piscataway

Dunellen Station Condominiums

32 Curtis Avenue

121 Sunnyvale Ct

East Bound Brook

The Gateway @ Dunellen

526 E 2nd St
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Cypress Gardens

The View

23 Norwich Pl

215 Ridge at Bound Brook

Mosaic on Main

1203 Jesse Way

3 Norwich Pl

510 E 7th St

293 Watchung Ave

273 W Main 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 | $1,820 | $1,095 | $2,020 |
| Cheap Middlesex 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,143 | $1,570 | $3,300 |
| Cheap Middlesex 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,801 | $1,500 | $4,250 |
| Cheap Middlesex 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,308 | $2,650 | $4,195 |
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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. East Bound Brook in the Canal Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
| East Bound Brook | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| The Gateway @ Dunellen | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,740 |
| Bound Brook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Finchley Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Park Brook Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Greenbrook Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,802 |
| Meridia Bound Brook 1 | C | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Meridia Main Station | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Rail at Bound Brook | Studio 2 | Studio,1BA | $1,855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middlesex, NJ
As of September 07, 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 House Model at 824 Nelson Pl starting at $3,500 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the New Durham neighborhood. 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 |
| 824 Nelson Pl | House | 3BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 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 | Bedford | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
| Woods at King George Apartments | Woods 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| 140 North Ave | 140 North Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The Lofts at Middlesex | Venice | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
| 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 The Gateway @ Dunellen listed at $1,740.
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 $2,025 at Park Brook Gardens.
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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