
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Mountain Neighborhood of Millburn, NJ from $1,300 (49 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Mountain area of Millburn.


Short Hills Gardens

Kathryn Commons

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90 Millburn Ave, Unit 1

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80 Myrtle Ave, Unit 2

34 Main St

Millburn Mews

Dayna Commons

Wyoming Villas Apartments
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206 Main St

218 Millburn Avenue Apartments

52 Mechanic St

747 Valley Apartments

56-Village Court Apartments, LLC

22 Cottage

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104 Burkley Pl, Unit 2A

Short Hills Village Apartment Homes

Avalon Maplewood
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General Greene Village Apartment Homes

510 Millburn Avenue Apartments

SunBlossom Alivia

Centurion Union Center

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356 Carnegie Pl, Unit 1

Short Hills Terrace

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Eagle Rock Apartments at Maplewood

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445 Morris Ave, Unit B5

Centurion Union Center
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Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments

Short Hills Club Village

Baltusrol Apartments

Mountainview Gardens

COLUMBIA COURT, LLC

Valley Grand

Summit Hill

The Villas

The Club at Autumn Ridge
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Parc at Maplewood

Spring Mill Manor

Meridia South Orange

The Cove at Springfield

Taylor/Vose

Lakeside at Briant Park

The Metropolitan

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216 Academy St, Unit 2

The Gateway Luxury Residences
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The Gleason

Walker Court

51 Caldwell Pl

Town House Apartments
South Mountain, Millburn, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Mountain Studio Apartments | $2,008 | $1,700 | $2,382 |
| South Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,806 | $1,625 | $4,995 |
| South Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,921 | $2,200 | $9,100 |
| South Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,037 | $1,985 | $9,195 |
| South Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,193 | $6,193 | $6,193 |
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Cheapest Available South Mountain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Mountain area of Millburn, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Short Hills Gardens priced from $1,875. Short Hills Village Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,099. Here are the most affordable South Mountain apartments for rent in Millburn, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Hills Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| 510 Millburn Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Avalon Maplewood | A4V-691 | 1BR,1BA | $2,105 |
| Centurion Union Center | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Maplewood | Maplewood | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| General Greene Village Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 705 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2,352 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Mountain, NJ
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Mountain area is the $2.50 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Summit in the in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value South Mountain apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft Model at 255 Tuscan starting at $3,300 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Summit | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 255 Tuscan | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.20 |
| Springfield Gardens | Spruce | 2BR,3BA | $2.56 |
| 216 Academy St, Unit 2 | 216 Academy St | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Cove at Springfield | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| The Club at Autumn Ridge | The Birch | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Summit Hill | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Maplewood | Maplewood | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Best Local Schools in South Mountain, Millburn, NJ
South Mountain Elementary School
Millburn Sr High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Mountain Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Mountain?
The cheapest apartment in South Mountain is Short Hills Gardens which is listed at $1,875, while the average apartment in South Mountain costs $6,193.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Mountain?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in South Mountain that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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