Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ from $750 (29 Rentals)

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The Quincy
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$2,195 - $2,622
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The Quincy

120 Neilson StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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property at 50 Easton Ave

$2,295 - $4,100

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50 Easton Ave

New BrunswickNJ08901

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property at 1 Spring St

$2,395

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available May 15

1 Spring St, Unit 1106, Unit 1106

1 Spring St
New BrunswickNJ08901
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97-99 Bayard
1 Bedroom Apartments

97-99 Bayard

97 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901

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96 Bayard St
1 Bedroom Apartments

96 Bayard St

96 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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The Aspire
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The Aspire

135 Somerset StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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43 S Adelaide Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43 S Adelaide Ave

43 S Adelaide AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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31 Lincoln Ave
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31 Lincoln Ave

31 Lincoln AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown New Brunswick Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown New Brunswick is under $2,250.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown New Brunswick is SoCam290 which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Downtown New Brunswick costs $4,571.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown New Brunswick?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 32 regular apartments in Downtown New Brunswick that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?

Cheap apartments in Downtown New Brunswick have an average cost of $995 which is $3,576 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown New Brunswick.

Expert Rental Resources

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