
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Morris Plains, NJ from $1,400 (24 Rentals)
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85 W Hanover Ave, Unit #2

2350 NJ-10

2467 NJ-10

2350 NJ-10

6 MacCulloch Ave

The Regency on Elm
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Elmwood Gardens

View Point Terrace

Washington Park Terrace

Morris-Elm Apartments

Blair House

40 King St
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Heritage House

The Monroe

Morris Crossing Townhouses

183 South St

Olde Forge East Townhouses
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Morris Plains, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morris Plains?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Morris Plains Studio Apartments | $2,335 | $1,775 | $3,450 |
Cheap Morris Plains 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $1,600 | $3,426 |
Cheap Morris Plains 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,877 | $1,950 | $7,629 |
Cheap Morris Plains 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,903 | $2,900 | $4,350 |
Cheap Morris Plains 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,400 | $6,400 | $6,400 |
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Cheapest Available Morris Plains Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Morris Plains, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Parsippany Village priced from $1,675. Heritage House in the Downtown Morristown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Morris Plains apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Parsippany Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Heritage House | STUDIO 04 | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Morris Crossing Townhouses | 1 Bedroom Standard Small | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
Olde Forge East Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
View Point Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morris Plains, NJ
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morris Plains area is the $1.85 price per square foot $1.85/sq.ft. - Birch Model at Ridgeview Commons in the starting from $3,425. The second greatest value Morris Plains apartment is the Three Bed Model at Carriage House starting at $3,885 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Downtown Morristown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morris Plains apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ridgeview Commons | $1.85/sq.ft. - Birch | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.85 |
Carriage House | Three Bed | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.21 |
Powder Mill Heights | $3.12/sq.ft. - Model P1W/P1E | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Woodmont Knolls | Riverside | 2BR,2BA | $3.49 |
496 E Main St, Unit 2 | 496 E Main St | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
Olde Forge East Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
The American | D - One Bed | One Bath with Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
The Highlands at Morris Plains | The Foxglove | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
View Point Terrace | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
Parsippany Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
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Getting Around Morris Plains, NJ
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morris Plains Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Morris Plains?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Morris Plains is at The Regency on Elm listed at $1,775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morris Plains Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morris Plains Apartment is $1,675 at Parsippany Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Morris Plains Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Morris Plains is starting from $3,025 at Powder Mill Heights.
What is the most affordable Morris Plains Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Morris Plains Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Olde Forge East Townhouses and starts from $3,650.
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