
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ocean County, NJ from $1,100 (59 Rentals)
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1007 Barnegat Ave

873A Balmoral Ct

10 Main St

1A Bristol St

442B Cheshire Ct

139 Princeton Ave
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7A Canton Dr

1401 Boulevard

1605 Grand Central Ave

1001-1019 Boulevard

89D Dorchester Dr

247 Cassville Rd

1950 Red Cedar St

20 E Goldsborough Ave

888B Inverness Ct
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309 Hiering Ave

131 Hiering Ave

104 W Chadwick Way

60 Keene St

60 Keene St

111B Edinburgh Ln

23 Guyer Ave

111 Guyer Ave

17 Sampson Ave

314 Coral St

29 21st Ave

2204 Grand Central Ave
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29 21st Ave

1174C Clydebank Ct

3 Yellowstone Dr

236 Sawmill Rd

14D Primrose Ln

100 Vance Ave

103 8th Ave

204 Butler Blvd

27 Arnold Ave

21 Newbury Row
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304 Bay Blvd

12A Edinburgh Ln

134A Buckingham Dr

3 Niblick St

3227 NJ-35

42 Hamilton Ave

24 Upton Ct

1418 Boulevard

39 Pin Oak Ln

436 St Thomas Dr

18 Caribbean Ct
Ocean County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ocean County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Ocean County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,979 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,331 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,561 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,107 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,132 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,601 | $3,825 | $10,000+ |
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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 |
Jamestowne Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Pinewood Apartments | 1 BD, 1 BA classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Walnut Bay Apartments | 2x1 762sf | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Victorian Gardens | $2.77/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Hopes Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,842 |
Prospect Pointe Apt. | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Toms River Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Jackson Arms | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean County, NJ
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean County area is the $1.39 price per square foot 150B Bay Shore Dr Model at 150B Bay Shore Dr, Unit 150B in the in the Greenbriar Oceanaire neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Ocean County apartment is the 208 Washington St Model at 208 Washington St, Unit Two Bedroom Townhouse starting at $1,950 with a $1.50 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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150B Bay Shore Dr, Unit 150B | 150B Bay Shore Dr | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
208 Washington St, Unit Two Bedroom Townhouse | 208 Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains | $2.28/sq.ft. - Layout E.1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
The Fairways at Bey Lea | Cypress II P (Upgraded) | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
206 Washington St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Cedar Pines Apartments | Grand Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Hopes Crossing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
Jackson Arms | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Birchwood at Waretown | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Ocean County
What type of rentals are currently available in Ocean County?
There are currently 324 Apartments for Rent in Ocean County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $559 to $12,000. There are also 536 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocean County ranging from $1,150 to $55,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ocean County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ocean County ranges from $1,150 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,665.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ocean County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ocean County range from $760 to $12,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $55,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,034.
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