
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ from $600 (82 Rentals)
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The Place at Middletown Walk

The Willows at Glassworks

The Continental at Freehold

Wemrock Senior Living (55+)

The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods)

Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community

55+ Heritage Village at Elton Corner

Holly House Apartments

Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community
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Bayshore Village (62+)

35 1/2 Olin St

Heritage Village at Oakhurst (55+)

McGuire's Grove

Oceanport Gardens

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32 Bay Ave

Balmoral Arms

Beachway Apartments

892 Elberon Ave

Towne Mews
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22 Webb Ave

Ocean Harbor Apartments, LLC

Middlebrook at Monmouth

211 First Ave

Holmdel Point

KNOLLWOOD GARDENS/ NO PETS ALLOWED

Monmouth Village

Buena Vista

488 2nd Ave

31 Atlantic Ave
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19 Webb Ave

Crossroads Manor Apartments

Matawan Court Apartments

200 Deal Lake Drive

178 Broad St

Ken Gardens

Shrewsbury Manor

1705 A St

56-58-58 4th St, Unit 56B

61 Broadway
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Tinton Falls Senior Residence

The Willows at Collingwood Park

Greentree Apartments

Hudson Ridge Residences

Bethany Manor Apartments 55+

Stephen Manor

Spring Lake Village at New Bedford

Lido Village

Seacrest Apartments

Conifer Village at Middletown (55+)
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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 | $2,278 | $1,437 | $3,599 |
| Monmouth County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,417 | $657 | $5,000 |
| Monmouth County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,141 | $798 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,740 | $922 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,790 | $3,100 | $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 The Continental at Freehold in the Stonehurst East neighborhood priced from $1,044. The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) in the Turnpike East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,418. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monmouth County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Continental at Freehold | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,418 |
| Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,422 |
| 55+ Heritage Village at Elton Corner | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
| Holly House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,443 |
| Bayshore Village (62+) | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,444 |
| Oceanport Gardens | 1 BD / 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Beachway Apartments | Renovated 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ
As of August 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monmouth County area is the $1.79 price per square foot 40 McLaren St Model at 40 McLaren St, Unit A in the in the Greenbriar Falls neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Monmouth County apartment is the Townhome - Camelot West Model at Camelot at Marlboro starting at $3,700 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Brownville 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 McLaren St, Unit A | 40 McLaren St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Camelot at Marlboro | Townhome - Camelot West | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.02 |
| 705 Brinley Ave, Unit 705 Brinley Avenue, Apt. 2 | 705 Brinley Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Meadowbrook | The Hydrangea | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Heritage Village at Oakhurst (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| The Continental at Freehold | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 55+ Heritage Village at Elton Corner | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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 $1,044 at The Continental at Freehold.
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 $1,418 at The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods).
What is the most affordable Monmouth County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Monmouth County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at AmericanSide Apartments and starts from $2,884.
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