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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ from $900 (16 Rentals)
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54 Harvey St
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$1,661 - $2,733Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riverside Towers Apartment Homes
10 Paul Robeson BlvdNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
84 Guilden St
New BrunswickNJ08901
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$1,750 - $3,500Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Premier Properties of New Brunswick
205 Easton AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
The Hamilton
100 Hamilton StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Bayard Street Apartments
99 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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97-99 Bayard
97 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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55 Harvey at Providence Square
55 Harvey StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Century Apartments
85 Easton AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Providence Square - 55+ Community
217 Somerset StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Livingston Manor - 55+ Community
116 Livingston AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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New Brunswick Apartments
33 Paul Robeson BlvdNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Birchwood Terrace Apartments
272 Hamilton StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$1,325 - $1,350Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
29 S Adelaide Ave
29 S Adelaide AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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43 S Adelaide Ave
43 S Adelaide AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown New Brunswick Studio Apartments | $2,153 | $1,325 | $2,916 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $1,145 | $5,065 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,046 | $940 | $5,451 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $1,325 | $7,239 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown New Brunswick Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown New Brunswick area of New Brunswick, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at SoCam290 priced from $1,145. Premier Properties of New Brunswick has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Downtown New Brunswick apartments for rent in New Brunswick, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoCam290 | AUR | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Premier Properties of New Brunswick | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Highland Montgomery | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,939 |
| 66 Sicard St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 50 Neilson Apartments | 2 BED | 2BR,1BA | $2,001 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Brunswick, NJ
As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Brunswick area is the $3.68 price per square foot The Elmwood Model at 44 Courtlandt in the in the Turnpike East neighborhood starting from $4,595. The second greatest value Downtown New Brunswick apartment is the Two Bedroom - 1,108 sqft Model at Riverside Towers Apartment Homes starting at $2,333 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown New Brunswick apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 44 Courtlandt | The Elmwood | 3BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| Riverside Towers Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 1,108 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 50 Neilson Apartments | 2 BED | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Renaissance Plaza Square | Edison | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| The George New Brunswick | A4R - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| The Brunswick | A13 | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| 275 Livingston | George | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Skyline Tower | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Small | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Highland Montgomery | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Premier Properties of New Brunswick | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.57 |
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 $2,270.
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 $1,145, while the average apartment in Downtown New Brunswick costs $4,457.
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 44 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 $877 which is $3,580 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown New Brunswick.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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