Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Turnpike West Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ from $800 (66 Rentals)

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property at 103 Bayard St

$1,380 - $1,750

Studio Rentals

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103 Bayard St

New BrunswickNJ08901

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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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Adams Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Adams Place

1 Adams PlNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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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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property at 175 Buckelew Ave

$1,600 - $2,200

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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175 Buckelew Ave

JamesburgNJ08831

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Turnpike West, New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Turnpike West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Turnpike West area of New Brunswick, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at SoCam290 priced from $1,145. Princeton Lakeview Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Turnpike West apartments for rent in New Brunswick, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SoCam290AUR1BR,1BA$1,145
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1,550
Quail Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,555
114 Woodbridge AveONE BEDROOM APARTMENT1BR,1BA$1,600
Raritan Landing ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,625
North Brunswick Manor1 Bedroom - Heat and Hot Water Included1BR,1BA$1,640
Cedar ArmsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Magnolia GardensOne Bedroom (small)1BR,1BA$1,685
Highland Terrace ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Turnpike West, NJ

As of December 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Turnpike West area is the $1.72 price per square foot 312 Model at Musical String House in the in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Turnpike West apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Large Model at Colony House Apartments starting at $2,509 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Turnpike East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Turnpike West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Musical String House3123BR,4BA$1.72
Colony House Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Large2BR,2BA$1.57
Hidden LakeBrookdale - C11BR,1.5BA$1.74
Southridge Woods$2.81/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.96
Colony OaksThe Forest Glen2BR,2BA$2.01
10 Landing Lane2 BR2BR,1.5BA$2.06
213 Denison St, Unit 215 - 1st Floor213 Denison St2BR,1BA$2.05
Raritan Crossing Apartment HomesTHE REGENCY2BR,1BA$1.97
32 Kathleen Pl, Unit 1 Bedroom Basement Appt32 Kathleen Pl1BR,1BA$2.11
Tov Manor1x1 700-800 - Renovated1BR,1BA$1.94

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Turnpike West, New Brunswick, NJ

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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Turnpike West Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Turnpike West?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Turnpike West is under $1,695.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Turnpike West?

The cheapest apartment in Turnpike West is SoCam290 which is listed at $1,145, while the average apartment in Turnpike West costs $8,083.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Turnpike West?

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 38 regular apartments in Turnpike West 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 Turnpike West?

Cheap apartments in Turnpike West have an average cost of $233 which is $7,850 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Turnpike West.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.