Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ocean County, NJ from $400 (29 Rentals)

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$1,400 - $1,950

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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632 Main Ave

Bay HeadNJ08742
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Whispering Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whispering Hills

345 Hawthorne LnBarnegat, NJ 08005
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Laurel Oaks
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Oaks

465 N Main StBarnegat, NJ 08005

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Patriot's Cove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Patriot's Cove

5 Union BlvdBarnegat, NJ 08005
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Hampton Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Gardens

26 James StToms River, NJ 08753
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Barnegat 67
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Barnegat 67

704 Lighthouse DrBarnegat, NJ 08005
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Riverbay Gardens 55+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbay Gardens 55+

730 Atlantic City BlvdBayville, NJ 08721
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Cornerstone at Barnegat
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornerstone at Barnegat

9 S Main StBarnegat, NJ 08005
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Cheapest Available Ocean County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ocean County, NJ is a Studio unit found at Drum Point Arms priced from $1,200. The Willows at Little Egg Harbor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,414. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocean County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Drum Point ArmsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
The Willows at Little Egg Harbor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,414
206 Washington St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,550
Pinewood Estates1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,595
Pinewood Apartments1 BD, 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,650
Meadow Green ApartmentsTHE OASIS2BR,2BA$1,750
Jamestowne VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,775
Crossroads Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean County, NJ

As of January 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean County area is the $1.61 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhouse Model at Brick Estates Apartment Homes in the starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Ocean County apartment is the Blakely Exterior Model at The Fairways at Bey Lea starting at $2,972 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Holiday City South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brick Estates Apartment HomesThree Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2BA$1.61
The Fairways at Bey LeaBlakely Exterior2BR,2BA$2.24
Bartlett LandingRanch2BR,2BA$2.01
The Willows at Little Egg Harbor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.20
Paramount Apartments & TownhomesHaven2BR,2BA$2.07
Kentwood Village$2.04/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.04
Meadow Green ApartmentsTHE OASIS2BR,2BA$1.67
Briar Knoll Apartments1B1B Non-Renovated1BR,1BA$2.12
Village On The Green2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.28
206 Washington St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.94

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean County Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ocean County?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ocean County is at Drum Point Arms listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean County Apartment is $1,550 at 206 Washington St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ocean County Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean County is starting from $1,414 at The Willows at Little Egg Harbor.

What is the most affordable Ocean County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ocean County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Washington Square Apartments and starts from $2,700.

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

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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!