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property at 810 Mountain Ave

$1,650

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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810 Mountain Ave

Bound BrookNJ08805
property at 1301 S 2nd St

$2,150

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1301 S 2nd St

PlainfieldNJ07063

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Middlesex, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Middlesex Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Middlesex, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Garfield Park Apartments in the Canal Crossing neighborhood priced from $1,695. Bound Brook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,709. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middlesex apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garfield Park Apartments3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Bound Brook Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,709
Meridia Bound Brook 1CStudio,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middlesex, NJ

As of January 23, 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 $1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft Model at Cedar Manor starting at $3,125 with a $1.89 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Middlesex apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
97 Main St12BR,2BA$1.73
Cedar Manor$1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft2BR,2BA$1.89
416 E Main St, Unit 3 W416 E Main St3BR,1BA$1.54
Queens GateBerkshire | Den2BR,2BA$2.09
Cypress Gardens$2.31/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.31
Birchview Gardens2 Bedroom B2BR,1BA$2.38
Riverbrook WalkGreenwich2BR,2BA$2.37
The Lofts at MiddlesexVenice1BR,1.5BA$2.36
130 Front St, Unit 1130 Front St2BR,1BA$2.33
Piscataway Park2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about Middlesex

What type of rentals are currently available in Middlesex?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Middlesex, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $4,561. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Middlesex ranging from $1,650 to $15,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Middlesex ranges from $1,650 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,195.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.