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property at 92 Paul Robeson Blvd

$800

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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92 Paul Robeson Blvd

New BrunswickNJ08901

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property at 205 College Dr

$2,200

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$2,200
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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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205 College Dr

EdisonNJ08817

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property at 123 S Adelaide Ave

$2,200

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123 S Adelaide Ave

Highland ParkNJ08904
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New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Brunswick, NJ

Pricing Updated: 08/22/2026

Current apartment rentals in the New Brunswick, NJ area range in price from $879 to $17,045 with an overall median price of $2,462. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New Brunswick Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Turnpike West$2,458$879562
Downtown New Brunswick$2,495$87960

Cheapest Available New Brunswick Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Brunswick, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at SoCam290 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $925. 29 S Adelaide Ave in the Stelton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Brunswick apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SoCam2902X2 Standard2BR,2BA$925
29 S Adelaide AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
Highland Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Cedar Lane ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Cedar ArmsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
The Harrison Somerset Apartment HomesSTUDIO SMALLStudio,1BA$1,700
Old Post Road Apartments1 Bed - Small1BR,1BA$1,700
Sherwood Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,710
North Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,720
Premier Properties of New BrunswickStudioStudio,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Brunswick, NJ

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Brunswick area is the $1.83 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at North Village Apartments in the in the Farrington Lake neighborhood starting from $2,342. The second greatest value New Brunswick apartment is the $2.33/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den Model at Millbrook Village starting at $2,895 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the South Edison 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.
North Village Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.83
Millbrook Village$2.33/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den2BR,2BA$2.33
Hadley Woods$2.06/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.18
Riverside Towers Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom - 1,108 sqft2BR,1BA$2.28
Millbrook Village North$2.26/sq.ft. - Redwood2BR,1.5BA$2.26
178 Redmond St, Unit #1178 Redmond St2BR,1BA$2.30
Royal Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.16
Tov ManorRenovated 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.34
10 Landing Lane1 BR MED1BR,1BA$2.33
SoCam2901X1 Standard1BR,1BA$1.93

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New Brunswick, NJ
Population: 56,100

Ranked #685

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Brunswick

What type of rentals are currently available in New Brunswick?

There are currently 397 Apartments for Rent in New Brunswick, NJ with pricing that ranges from $879 to $7,226. There are also 109 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Brunswick ranging from $800 to $7,800.

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 $800 to $7,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,014.

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 $1,499 to $5,842, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,650 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $879.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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