
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Millburn, NJ from $1,300 (37 Rentals)
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Short Hills Gardens

195 Main St

149 Main St

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90 Millburn Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

206 Main St

Kathryn Commons

Millburn Mews

Dayna Commons
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747 Valley Apartments

Normandy Village

300 Concord Ave

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7 Bashford Ave

Short Hills Terrace

510 Millburn Avenue Apartments
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SunBlossom Alivia

Centurion Union Center

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445 Morris Ave, Unit B5, Unit B5

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1128 Caldwell Ave, Unit Fl 2, Unit Fl 2

266 Morris Ave

Short Hills Club Village

The Club at Autumn Ridge

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356 Carnegie Pl

16D Troy Dr
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240 Burkley Pl

2074 Stowe St

Larchmont Manor

78 Burnet Ave

308 Ohio St

Walker Court

Centurion Union Center

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Titan Union
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Downtown, Millburn, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $6,700 | $6,700 | $6,700 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,497 | $1,625 | $4,650 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $1,900 | $8,175 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,806 | $2,750 | $8,895 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,500 | $9,500 | $9,500 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Millburn, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Short Hills Gardens priced from $1,775. Normandy Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,899. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Millburn, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Hills Gardens | 1 Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Normandy Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| General Greene Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 634 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,038 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Centurion Union Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,186 |
| Centurion Union Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Short Hills Terrace | 1B2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| Titan Union | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NJ
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.79 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at Summit Hill in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $3,545. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the $2.86/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Model at The Villas starting at $3,495 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Hill | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| The Villas | $2.86/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
| 1209 Commerce Ave | 1209 Commerce Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.75 |
| Spring Mill Manor | $3.31/sq.ft. - E | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| The Cove at Springfield | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 445 Morris Ave, Unit B5 | 445 Morris Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Club at Autumn Ridge | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Centurion Union Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Titan Union | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown, Millburn, NJ
South Mountain Elementary School
Millburn Sr High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,775 at Short Hills Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $2,169 at Normandy Village.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeside at Briant Park and starts from $3,495.
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