
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mountain Lakes, NJ from $1,600 (23 Rentals)
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319 Lathrop Ave

117 Mechanic St

910 Main St

107 Mechanic St

18 Dayton Rd

Vail Manor 55+

1 Richwood Pl
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2889 NJ-10

76 Belmont Ave
Mountain Lakes, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mountain Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Lakes Studio Apartments | $2,496 | $1,650 | $4,250 |
| Mountain Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $1,700 | $3,500 |
| Mountain Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,288 | $2,000 | $4,302 |
| Mountain Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Mountain Lakes Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountain Lakes, NJ is a Studio unit found at Vail Gardens priced from $1,650. Vail Manor 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain Lakes apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vail Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Vail Manor 55+ | $5.01/sq.ft. - V1S | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| Troy Gardens Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Lakeview Gardens | $2.14/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Camelot Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,965 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain Lakes, NJ and Nearby
As of January 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountain Lakes area is the $2.36 price per square foot The Fern Model at Estling Village in the starting from $3,065. The second greatest value Mountain Lakes apartment is the $2.43/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Model at Lakeview Gardens starting at $2,685 with a $2.43 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain Lakes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estling Village | The Fern | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.36 |
| Lakeview Gardens | $2.43/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Avalon Boonton | A24-L | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Westgate Gardens | $2.35/sq.ft. - Birch | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Camelot Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| MEADOWBROOK GARDENS APARTMENTS | 1 Bed 1Bath (Renovated) | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Troy Gardens Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| 156 Chestnut St, Unit 156 chestnut | 156 Chestnut St | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Parsippany Gardens | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Vail Gardens | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountain Lakes Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mountain Lakes?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mountain Lakes is at Vail Gardens listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain Lakes Apartment is $1,825 at Vail Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mountain Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mountain Lakes is starting from $2,138 at Parsippany Gardens.
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