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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ from $700 (52 Rentals)
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300 Redmond St
New BrunswickNJ08901
342 Townsend 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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$1,8001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
85 Easton Ave, Unit 1E
85 Easton AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$1,857 - $2,733Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Riverside Towers Apartment Homes
10 Paul Robeson BlvdNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$1,884 - $3,294Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Brunswick
100 Hiram SqNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$1,895 - $2,550Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
275 Livingston
275 Livingston AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$1,975 - $2,5001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
66 Sicard St
66 Sicard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
250 Somerset St
New BrunswickNJ08901
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$2,069 - $3,0991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The George New Brunswick
285-287 George StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$2,1002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
53 Carman St, Unit Floor 1
53 Carman StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$2,143 - $4,165Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Premiere Residences
7 Livingston AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$2,165 - $4,795Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available May 29
44 Courtlandt
44 Courtlandt StreetNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$2,195 - $3,240
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The Quincy
120 Neilson StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
39 Throop Ave, Unit 101
39 Throop Ave
New BrunswickNJ08901
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39 Throop Ave, Unit 103
39 Throop AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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$2,250 - $2,9851 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Skyline Tower
60 Paterson StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
50 Easton Ave
New BrunswickNJ08901
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$2,300
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186 Comstock St, Unit 4, Unit 4
186 Comstock StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
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$2,320 - $4,6071 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Vue
110 Somerset StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
1 Spring St, Unit 1106, Unit 1106
1 Spring St
New BrunswickNJ08901
114 Seaman St
New BrunswickNJ08901
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$2,4002 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
300 Townsend St, Unit 2
300 Townsend StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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39 Throop Ave, Unit 3
39 Throop AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
110 Somerset St Unit 2109, Unit 2109, Unit 2109
110 Somerset St Unit 2109
New BrunswickNJ08901
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$2,597 - $8,1811 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Renaissance Plaza Square
1 Richmond StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
88 Louis St
New BrunswickNJ08901
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
The Hamilton
100 Hamilton StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Bayard Street Apartments
99 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
97-99 Bayard
97 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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1 Bedroom Apartments
55 Harvey at Providence Square
55 Harvey StNew 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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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
12 Bartlett
12 Bartlett StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
96 Bayard St
96 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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50 Neilson Apartments
50 Neilson StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
The Aspire
135 Somerset StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
222 George St
222 George StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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55 MORRELL, LLC
55 MORRELL StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
3 S Adelaide Ave
Highland ParkNJ08904
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$1,685 - $1,7251 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
29 S Adelaide Ave
29 S Adelaide AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
74 Raritan Ave
Highland ParkNJ08904
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$1,825Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Parktowne Apartments
11-19 Raritan AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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$1,829 - $2,689Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Highland Montgomery
140-1H Montgomery StHighland Park, NJ 08904
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$2,700 - $4,2951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
The Frederick
2 Walter AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
41 Lincoln Ave
Highland ParkNJ08904
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1 Bedroom Apartments
43 S Adelaide Ave
43 S Adelaide AveHighland Park, NJ 08904
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Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide
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 | $2,155 | $1,750 | $2,474 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,435 | $750 | $9,925 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,998 | $975 | $4,607 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,265 | $1,375 | $8,181 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $3,085 | $3,500 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ.
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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 2 Beds unit found at SoCam290 priced from $900. 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 |
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| SoCam290 | BUR | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Premier Properties of New Brunswick | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 275 Livingston | Baldwin | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Highland Montgomery | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,939 |
| 31 Lincoln Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Brunswick | A13 | 1BR,1BA | $2,084 |
| Premiere Residences | Residence 01, 03 | Studio,1BA | $2,143 |
| The Quincy | Residence L | Studio,1BA | $2,222 |
| Skyline Tower | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Small | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Brunswick, NJ
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Brunswick area is the $2.22 price per square foot Two Bedroom - 1,108 sqft Model at Riverside Towers Apartment Homes in the in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood starting from $2,458. The second greatest value Downtown New Brunswick apartment is the Menlo Model at Renaissance Plaza Square starting at $3,322 with a $3.51 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Riverside Towers Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 1,108 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Renaissance Plaza Square | Menlo | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| 186 Comstock St, Unit 4 | 186 Comstock St | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 31 Lincoln Ave | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| The George New Brunswick | A2R | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| The Brunswick | A8R | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Skyline Tower | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Small | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Highland Montgomery | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 275 Livingston | Baldwin | Studio ,1BA | $3.72 |
| Premier Properties of New Brunswick | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.57 |
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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 33 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 $989 which is $3,582 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown New Brunswick.
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