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New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Brunswick, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the New Brunswick, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New Brunswick Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown New Brunswick$3,650$1,40050
Turnpike West$4,295$897401

Cheapest Available New Brunswick Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Brunswick, NJ is a Studio unit found at Highland Terrace Apartments in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $1,425. Tov Manor in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Brunswick apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,425
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,500
Lincoln Gardens1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,550
Raritan Landing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,625
114 Woodbridge AveONE BEDROOM APARTMENT1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Brunswick, NJ

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Brunswick area is the $1.67 price per square foot Hidden Lake - Black Walnut Model at Hidden Lake in the in the Farrington Lake neighborhood starting from $3,012. The second greatest value New Brunswick apartment is the 2 bed Model at Premier Properties of New Brunswick starting at $3,300 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Turnpike East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Brunswick apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hidden LakeHidden Lake - Black Walnut2BR,2BA$1.67
Premier Properties of New Brunswick2 bed2BR,2BA$2.45
North Village Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.78
Millbrook Village$2.46/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den2BR,2BA$2.46
Hadley Woods$2.06/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.06
Musical String House2122BR,2BA$2.05
Raritan Crossing Apartment HomesTHE MANOR (RENOVATED)3BR,2BA$1.85
137 Livingston Ave, Unit Apt 3137 Livingston Ave3BR,1BA$2.40
143 College Dr143 College Dr2BR,1BA$2.33
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Brunswick

What type of rentals are currently available in New Brunswick?

There are currently 372 Apartments for Rent in New Brunswick, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $9,242. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Brunswick ranging from $1,550 to $6,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Brunswick?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Brunswick ranges from $1,550 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,380.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in New Brunswick?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in New Brunswick range from $2,242 to $9,242, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,700 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.