
Cheap Homes for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ from $700 (185 Rentals)
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709 Ocean Ave N, Unit 9

78 New York Ave

35 Ocean Pathway

1210 Curtis Ave

35 Sternberger Ave

581 Broadway

6 Webb Ave

709 Ocean Ave N

178 Cummings Ave
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80 Franklin Ave

65 Mt Hermon Way

8 Kane Ln

46 Broadway

548 Ocean Blvd

40 Shore Blvd

80 Manchester Ct

404 3rd Ave

206 16th Ave

56-58-58 4th St, Unit 56B
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256 Lawrence Ave

127 Phillips Ave

1022-24 Sewall Ave

327 New Bedford Rd

119 Avery Ave

455 Ocean Blvd

56 Manchester Ct

89 Main Ave, Unit 5

11 Miller St, Unit E

31 Randall Ave
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50 Cookman Ave

171 Amberly Dr

36 Whalepond Rd

3 Cedar Ave

322 Wells Ave

229 Overbrook Ave

87 Cookman Ave

33 Wooley St

7 Windsor Terrace

1225 6th Ave
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94 Stonehurst Blvd

7 Borden Ave

232 Jerome Ave

720 Ocean Ave N

702-704-704 Fifth Ave, Unit E2

4 Windsor Terrace

1700 Webb St

31 St James Pl

805 Sixth Ave

175 South St
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Monmouth County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Monmouth County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monmouth County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,447 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,475 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,548 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,310 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,750 | $2,700 | $10,000+ |
| Monmouth County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,194 | $2,800 | $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 Monmouth County
What type of rentals are currently available in Monmouth County?
There are currently 1184 Apartments for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $657 to $12,500. There are also 997 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monmouth County ranging from $1,500 to $80,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monmouth County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monmouth County ranges from $1,500 to $80,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,342.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monmouth County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monmouth County range from $922 to $12,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,100.
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.