
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mountainside, NJ from $1,000 (19 Rentals)
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2 Beech Spring Dr

570 Central Ave, Unit 2

Spring Gardens Apartments

2 E Broad St

22 Orchard St

Mountainview Gardens

7 Beech Spring Dr

Floral Avenue Ventures

Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!

Manley Court
Mountainside, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mountainside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mountainside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,618 | $1,729 | $3,850 |
Mountainside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,543 | $2,000 | $6,100 |
Mountainside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,497 | $2,635 | $6,500 |
Mountainside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,425 | $4,200 | $6,200 |
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Cheapest Available Mountainside Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountainside, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Mountainview Gardens in the Wychwood neighborhood priced from $2,145. Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits! in the Benders Corner neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountainside apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mountainview Gardens | $3.06/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
SoHo at Fanwood Station | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,308 |
The Parc at Summit | Large 1 Bedroom Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Manley Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountainside, NJ and Nearby
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mountainside area is the $2.34 price per square foot BRIGHTON Model at Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes in the in the Goodman's Crossing neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value Mountainside apartment is the 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath w Loft Townhome Model at Springfield Gardens starting at $4,400 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountainside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes | BRIGHTON | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.34 |
Springfield Gardens | 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath w Loft Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.28 |
Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
53 Morris Ave | 53 Morris Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
The Parker | 2 BEDROOM / 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
Glenside | $2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Classic with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Spring Gardens II | 2 Bed, 3 Bath | 2BR,3BA | $2.44 |
634 W Broad St, Unit Floor 2 | 634 W Broad St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Floral Gardens | $2.48/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountainside Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountainside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountainside Apartment is $2,145 at Mountainview Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mountainside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mountainside is starting from $2,300 at Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!.
What is the most affordable Mountainside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mountainside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springfield Gardens and starts from $4,400.
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