Cheap Homes for Rent in Middletown, NJ from $1,800 (26 Rentals)

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property at 96 East Ave

$1,950 - $2,550

1 Bedroom Rentals

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96 East Ave

Atlantic HighlandsNJ07716
property at 42 Center Ave

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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42 Center Ave, Unit 3

42 Center Ave
KeansburgNJ07734

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property at 96 East Ave

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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96 East Ave, Unit 33

96 East Ave
Atlantic HighlandsNJ07716
property at 330 Shore Dr

$2,300 - $2,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 1

330 Shore Dr

HighlandsNJ07732

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property at 1 Leonardville Rd

$2,400

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$2,400

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$2,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1 Leonardville Rd

MiddletownNJ07748

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property at 738 Port Monmouth Rd

$2,500

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$2,500

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$2,500

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

738 Port Monmouth Rd

Port MonmouthNJ07758
property at 283 Spring St

$2,500 - $2,700

2 Bedroom Rentals

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283 Spring St

Red BankNJ07701

Middletown, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Middletown, NJ

Pricing Updated: 05/29/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Middletown, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Middletown Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Middletown$2,700$1,07511
Aberdeen Hazlet Middletown$2,917$65794

Cheapest Available Middletown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Middletown, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Bayshore Village (62+) in the Aberdeen Hazlet Middletown neighborhood priced from $1,291. McGuire's Grove in the Aberdeen Hazlet Middletown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Middletown apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bayshore Village (62+)2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,291
McGuire's Grove1 Bedroom (Low)1BR,1BA$1,525
Beachway ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,699
Cove on the Bay1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,818
57 Peters PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Sutton Commons3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,095
Colony House ApartmentsSTUDIO - DDStudio,1BA$2,350
Molly Pitcher Village Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,775
Fortune SquareParker1BR,1BA$2,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Middletown, NJ

As of May 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Middletown area is the $2.66 price per square foot 2 Bed, 2 Bth Model at The Forum in the in the Greenbriar Falls neighborhood starting from $4,250. The second greatest value Middletown apartment is the Penthouse Duplex Model at Cove on the Bay starting at $3,700 with a $2.56 price per square foot in the Aberdeen Hazlet Middletown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Middletown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Forum2 Bed, 2 Bth2BR,2BA$2.66
Cove on the BayPenthouse Duplex2BR,2BA$2.56
The Rail at Red BankRB2B2BR,2BA$4.17
55 Seadrift Ave, Unit 155 Seadrift Ave3BR,1BA$2.55
McGuire's Grove1 Bedroom (Low)1BR,1BA$1.45
Bayshore Village (62+)2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.34
Atlantic Pointe Apartments1BR 1BA w/Basement (740 SF)1BR,1BA$4.02
Sutton Commons3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.89
Molly Pitcher Village Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.89
Beachway ApartmentsRenovated 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.46

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Middletown

What type of rentals are currently available in Middletown?

There are currently 175 Apartments for Rent in Middletown, NJ with pricing that ranges from $663 to $6,500. There are also 99 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Middletown ranging from $1,800 to $70,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Middletown ranges from $1,800 to $70,000 with an average monthly rent of $13,271.

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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.