
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monroe, NJ from $600 (54 Rentals)
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Place at Plainsboro

Madison Court Apartments

Hollybush Gardens

The Mews at St Mary's

Birchwood at Washington Township

Maher Manor Senior Living

Brentwood Gardens

The Birches

Deer Park Manor
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The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods)

Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community

Hi View

Quail Ridge Apartments

Windsor Regency

Park Crest Village

Jefferson Village

Winding Wood Apartments

Village East

Garden View Apartments
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Waterside Villas

Hunters Glen

The Crest at Princeton Meadows

Addison at Princeton Meadows

Deer Creek

The Woods East Windsor

Laurelton Village Apartments

Wynbrook West

Southridge Woods

Claridge Court Apartments
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Wyndmoor Apartments

MI PLACE AT BRIGHTMOOR

Lofts at Monroe Parke

Woodmont Townsquare

Lofts at Helmetta

Princeton Orchards Apartments

Amaranth at North Brunswick, LLC

Stamford Square

Merion at Cross Keys

Poplar Square Apartments
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Summerhill Gardens Apartments

Tamerlane Apartments

Valor Pointe

Winslow House Apartments

Winslow Cross Creek I

220 Rowan Boulevard

Royal Pines (55+)

289 Main St

1909 Tanglewood Ct

29 Water St
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Monroe, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monroe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Studio Apartments | $1,633 | $1,035 | $1,795 |
| Monroe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,200 | $2,855 |
| Monroe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,589 | $682 | $3,885 |
| Monroe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $814 | $4,415 |
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Cheapest Available Monroe Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monroe, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Hollybush Gardens priced from $1,200. The Mews at St Mary's in the Brandywine Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,244. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monroe apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| The Mews at St Mary's | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Winslow House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,347 |
| Deer Park Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,418 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,443 |
| Hi View | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,523 |
| Windsor Regency | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe, NJ and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe area is the $2.03 price per square foot Model B - section 1 Model at Winding Wood Apartments in the in the Southwood neighborhood starting from $2,030. The second greatest value Monroe apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) starting at $1,418 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the Turnpike East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monroe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model B - section 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Hi View | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Jefferson Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| The Mews at St Mary's | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Deer Park Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Winslow House Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Best Local Schools in Monroe, NJ
Whitehall Elementary School
Williamstown High School
Williamstown Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monroe Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monroe Apartment is $1,200 at Hollybush Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monroe Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monroe is starting from $1,418 at The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods).
What is the most affordable Monroe Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Monroe Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hollybush Gardens and starts from $1,623.
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