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Camelot at Toms River
100 Kaplan CtToms River, NJ 08753
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Heritage Village at Seabreeze 55+ Community
1031 Newark AveForked River, NJ 08731
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Toms River Crescent
100 Crescent CtToms River, NJ 08755
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Ocean County, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean County Studio Apartments | $1,383 | $1,300 | $1,500 |
| Ocean County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $587 | $2,820 |
| Ocean County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,522 | $655 | $5,527 |
| Ocean County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,644 | $760 | $10,000+ |
| Ocean County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $2,034 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Ocean County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Ocean County, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals priced from $1,219. Birchwood at Waretown in the Greenbriar Oceanaire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,313. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocean County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Birchwood at Waretown | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,313 |
| Meadow Green Apartments | THE MEADOWS | 1BR,1BA | $1,458 |
| Emerald Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,710 |
| Jamestowne Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean County, NJ
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean County area is the $1.67 price per square foot 227 N Main St Model at 227 N Main St, Unit Above Salon in the starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Ocean County apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 206 Washington St starting at $1,950 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Eagles Pointe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 227 N Main St, Unit Above Salon | 227 N Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 206 Washington St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Hopes Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Briar Knoll Apartments | 1B1B Non-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 15 Hummingbird Way, Unit 1 | 15 Hummingbird Way | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Jackson Arms | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Meadow Green Apartments | THE MEADOWS | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Birchwood at Waretown | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 1922 Baltimore Ave, Unit right side | 1922 Baltimore Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ocean County?
The cheapest apartment in Ocean County is Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals which is listed at $1,219, while the average apartment in Ocean County costs $3,315.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ocean County?
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 3 regular apartments in Ocean County 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 Ocean County?
Cheap apartments in Ocean County have an average cost of $636 which is $2,679 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ocean County.
Expert Rental Resources
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