
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Monroe, NJ from $600 (64 Rentals)
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The Willows at Justin Commons

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
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Deer Park Manor

The Willows at Manalapan (Formerly The Woods)

Heritage Village at Manalapan, 55+ Community

Hi View

Quail Ridge Apartments

Windsor Regency

Jefferson Village

Park Crest Village

Winding Wood Apartments

Village East
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Garden View Apartments

Hunters Glen

Wynbrook West

The Crest at Princeton Meadows

Laurelton Village Apartments

Waterside Villas

Poplar Square Apartments

Addison at Princeton Meadows

Claridge Court Apartments

Southridge Woods
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Deer Creek

MI PLACE AT BRIGHTMOOR

Wyndmoor Apartments

Lofts at Monroe Parke

Lofts at Helmetta

Princeton Orchards Apartments

Amaranth at North Brunswick, LLC

Merion at Cross Keys

The Woods East Windsor

Cranbury Crossing Apartment Homes
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Stamford Square

Woodmont Townsquare

99 Bridge

The Exchange on Franklin

The Enclave at Winslow

Tamerlane Apartments

Valor Pointe

Winslow House Apartments

Winslow Cross Creek I

220 Rowan Boulevard
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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 | $1,585 | $1,035 | $1,848 |
| Monroe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,200 | $3,020 |
| Monroe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,542 | $682 | $3,885 |
| Monroe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $814 | $4,545 |
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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. Birchwood at Washington Township has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,259. 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 |
| Birchwood at Washington Township | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| 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 | $1,503 |
| Windsor Regency | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Jefferson Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monroe, NJ and Nearby
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monroe area is the $2.00 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bathroom with Loft Model at Merion at Cross Keys in the starting from $2,821. The second greatest value Monroe apartment is the Model D Model at Stamford Square starting at $2,300 with a $2.14 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merion at Cross Keys | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| Stamford Square | Model D | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 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 |
| Deer Park Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 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
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monroe?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monroe is at Quail Ridge Apartments listed at $1,503.
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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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.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.