Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ from $859 (46 Rentals)

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$2,200 - $4,000
2 To 5 Bedroom Rentals
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53 Carman St

New BrunswickNJ08901
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The Quincy
$2,397 - $3,935

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Base Rent$2,397 - $3,935

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 18

The Quincy

120 Neilson StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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The Hamilton
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hamilton

100 Hamilton StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
Student Housing
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Bayard Street Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bayard Street Apartments

99 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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97-99 Bayard
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

97-99 Bayard

97 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Century Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Century Apartments

85 Easton AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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New Brunswick Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

New Brunswick Apartments

33 Paul Robeson BlvdNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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12 Bartlett
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

12 Bartlett

12 Bartlett StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
Student Housing
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96 Bayard St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

96 Bayard St

96 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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50 Neilson Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

50 Neilson Apartments

50 Neilson StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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The Aspire
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Aspire

135 Somerset StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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222 George St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222 George St

222 George StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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55 MORRELL, LLC
2 Bedroom Apartments

55 MORRELL, LLC

55 MORRELL StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
Student Housing
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53 Lincoln Ave, Unit 2A
$2,250

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Base Rent$2,250

Total Monthly Price$2,250
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53 Lincoln Ave, Unit 2A

53 Lincoln AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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43 S Adelaide Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

43 S Adelaide Ave

43 S Adelaide AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
Student Housing
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31 Lincoln Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

31 Lincoln Ave

31 Lincoln AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

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123 S Adelaide Ave

Highland ParkNJ08904

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Parktowne Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parktowne Apartments

11-19 Raritan AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at Premier Properties of New Brunswick priced from $1,750. Highland Montgomery has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here are the most affordable Downtown New Brunswick apartments for rent in New Brunswick, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Premier Properties of New BrunswickStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Highland Montgomery1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,999
The BrunswickA131BR,1BA$2,409
44 CourtlandtThe Franklin1BR,1BA$2,495
The Frederick$3.81/sq.ft. - 1A1BR,1BA$2,925
The Vue2 bedroom, 2 bath Type M2BR,2BA$4,514

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Brunswick, NJ

As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Brunswick area is the $2.14 price per square foot 53 Lincoln Ave Model at 53 Lincoln Ave, Unit 2A in the in the Stelton neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Downtown New Brunswick apartment is the 2 bedroom, 2 bath Type M Model at The Vue starting at $4,514 with a $4.40 price per square foot in the Stelton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown New Brunswick apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
53 Lincoln Ave, Unit 2A53 Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$2.14
The Vue2 bedroom, 2 bath Type M2BR,2BA$4.40
The Frederick$3.81/sq.ft. - 1A1BR,1BA$3.65
The Standard at New BrunswickBeacon - 2x12BR,1BA$2.73
The BrunswickA131BR,1BA$3.49
44 CourtlandtThe Franklin1BR,1BA$3.90
Highland Montgomery1 Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$3.54
Premier Properties of New BrunswickStudioStudio ,1BA$3.57

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

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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 the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown New Brunswick is Highland Montgomery which is listed at $1,999, while the average apartment in Downtown New Brunswick costs $2,559.

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 26 regular apartments in Downtown New Brunswick that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.