
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ from $600 (58 Rentals)
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The Place at Middletown Walk

The Willows at Glassworks

The Continental at Freehold

Bayshore Village (62+)

Wemrock Senior Living (55+)

715 Union Ave

The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods)

55+ Heritage Village at Elton Corner

Holly House Apartments
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Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community

Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community

35 1/2 Olin St

Heritage Village at Oakhurst (55+)

McGuire's Grove

Oceanport Gardens

892 Elberon Ave

538 Ocean Blvd

Towne Mews

Ocean Harbor Apartments, LLC
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Twinbrook Village

Balmoral Arms

Middlebrook at Monmouth

200 Deal Lake Drive

Tinton Falls Senior Residence

The Willows at Collingwood Park

Greentree Apartments

Hudson Ridge Residences

Bethany Manor Apartments 55+

Stephen Manor
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Spring Lake Village at New Bedford

Lido Village

Seacrest Apartments

Conifer Village at Middletown (55+)

Prospect Terrace Apartments

Creek Point Apartments

Virginia Court Apartments

407 8th Ave

The Pines at Tinton Falls

South Monmouth Beach Apartments
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Neptune Gardens

Oakhill Apartments

Wayside Oaks

Allenwood Terrace Apartments

Cornerstone at Holmdel

John R. Lewis Commons

Spring Lake Apartments

8 Monmouth Ave

Patten Point Apartments

Meadowbrook
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Monmouth County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monmouth County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monmouth County Studio Apartments | $4,336 | $1,437 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,493 | $657 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,365 | $798 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $922 | $6,172 |
| Monmouth County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,688 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Monmouth County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monmouth County, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Wayside Oaks priced from $1,230. Allenwood Terrace Apartments in the Wall Township neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,237. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monmouth County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayside Oaks | THE CHESTNUT | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| Allenwood Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,237 |
| Bayshore Village (62+) | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,291 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,418 |
| Holly House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,443 |
| McGuire's Grove | 1 Bedroom (Low) | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Oceanport Gardens | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,539 |
| Middlebrook at Monmouth | $2.20/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monmouth County area is the $1.71 price per square foot B1 Model at West End in the in the Long Branch City neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value Monmouth County apartment is the 109 S Pemberton Ave Model at 109 S Pemberton Ave, Unit 109 South Pemberton starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Jockey Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monmouth County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 109 S Pemberton Ave, Unit 109 South Pemberton | 109 S Pemberton Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| Twinbrook Village | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| McGuire's Grove | 1 Bedroom (Low) | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Bayshore Village (62+) | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Allenwood Terrace Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Wayside Oaks | THE CHESTNUT | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monmouth County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monmouth County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monmouth County is at Holly House Apartments listed at $1,437.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monmouth County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monmouth County Apartment is $1,230 at Wayside Oaks.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monmouth County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monmouth County is starting from $1,291 at Bayshore Village (62+).
What is the most affordable Monmouth County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Monmouth County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at West End and starts from $2,795.
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