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property at 305 College Dr

$2,050

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Apr 1

305 College Dr, Unit 305

305 College Dr
EdisonNJ08817
property at 288 College Dr

$2,150

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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288 College Dr, Unit 288

288 College Dr
EdisonNJ08817

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property at 88 Louis St

$2,225

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88 Louis St

New BrunswickNJ08901

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New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Brunswick, NJ

Pricing Updated: 03/31/2026

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$4,595$750128
Turnpike West$6,672$750559

Cheapest Available New Brunswick Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Brunswick, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at SoCam290 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $1,045. Raritan Landing Apartments in the Stelton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Brunswick apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SoCam290AUR1BR,1BA$1,045
Raritan Landing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,625
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,650
Magnolia GardensOne Bedroom (small)1BR,1BA$1,685
Riverside Towers Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 658 sqft1BR,1BA$1,692

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Brunswick, NJ

As of March 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Brunswick area is the $1.75 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Standard Model at Colony House Apartments in the in the Turnpike East neighborhood starting from $2,559. The second greatest value New Brunswick apartment is the $1.89/sq.ft. - Oak Model at Millbrook Village starting at $2,595 with a $2.16 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.
Colony House Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Standard2BR,2BA$1.75
Millbrook Village$1.89/sq.ft. - Oak2BR,1.5BA$2.16
Millbrook Village North$2.56/sq.ft. - Sycamore1BR,1BA$2.18
Hidden LakeHidden Lake - Dogwood1BR,1BA$1.62
37 Reservoir Ave, Unit #237 Reservoir Ave1BR,1BA$1.90
Hempstead Gardens$1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
Royal Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.25
50 Neilson Apartments2 BED2BR,1BA$2.25
305 Benner St, Unit 305b2305 Benner St1BR,1BA$2.31
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$2.06

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New Brunswick, NJ
Population: 56,100

Ranked #685

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Brunswick

What type of rentals are currently available in New Brunswick?

There are currently 403 Apartments for Rent in New Brunswick, NJ with pricing that ranges from $750 to $9,114. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Brunswick ranging from $1,500 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 $1,500 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,357.

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 $1,375 to $9,114, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,825.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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.