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property at 62 Main Ave

62 Main Ave

Ocean GroveNJ07756

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property at 1492 Ocean Ave

1492 Ocean Ave

Sea BrightNJ07760
property at 735 Greens Ave

735 Greens Ave

Long BranchNJ07740
property at 1382 Ocean Ave

1382 Ocean Ave

Sea BrightNJ07760
property at 302 Fifth Ave

302 Fifth Ave

Asbury ParkNJ07712
property at 210 Fifth Ave

210 Fifth Ave

BelmarNJ07719

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Cheapest Available Monmouth County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monmouth County, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) in the Turnpike East neighborhood priced from $781. Poplar Village in the Long Branch City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $821. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monmouth County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods)2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$781
Poplar VillageStudioStudio,1BA$821
55+ Heritage Village at Elton Corner1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,359
The Place at Middletown WalkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,398
Holly House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,437
Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,440
Allenwood Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,458
Oceanport Gardens1 BD / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,539
Springwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Twinbrook Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monmouth County area is the $2.20 price per square foot 149 Rockwell Ave Model at 149 Rockwell Ave, Unit 3 bedroom house in the in the Jockey Club neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Monmouth County apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Twinbrook Village starting at $2,150 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Wanamassa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monmouth County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
149 Rockwell Ave, Unit 3 bedroom house149 Rockwell Ave3BR,1BA$2.20
Twinbrook Village2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.95
Baypointe at Keyport ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.20
The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods)2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.82
HOLMDEL POINTEOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.16
Middlebrook at Monmouth$2.20/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20
55+ Heritage Village at Elton Corner1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89
Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.00
The Place at Middletown WalkOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
Poplar VillageStudioStudio ,1BA$1.81

Frequently Asked Questions about Monmouth County

What type of rentals are currently available in Monmouth County?

There are currently 1186 Apartments for Rent in Monmouth County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $657 to $23,183. There are also 926 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monmouth County ranging from $1,200 to $95,000.

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 $1,200 to $95,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,210.

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 $925 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $65,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,250.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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