
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ocean County, NJ from $1,500 (138 Rentals)
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157 Ocean Ave

310 Maryland Ave

1007 Barnegat Ave

223 4th Ave

39C Stonybrook Rd

139 Princeton Ave

89D Dorchester Dr

442B Cheshire Ct
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113 Lincoln Ave

2204 Grand Central Ave

19D Spring St

7A Canton Dr

1401 Boulevard

1605 Grand Central Ave

1001-1019 Boulevard

20 E Goldsborough Ave

110 Union Ave

52D Cambridge Ct
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13 Danby Pl

35B Canton Dr

496A Thornbury Ct

23 Bond Ave

2210 Central Ave

104 W Chadwick Way

309 Hiering Ave

111B Edinburgh Ln

1672B Harvard Avenue

330 NJ-35
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112 Kerr Ave

903 Catherine St

17 Sampson Ave

23 Guyer Ave

111 Guyer Ave

1418 Boulevard

29 21st Ave

29 21st Ave

844D Inverness Ct
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1174C Clydebank Ct

236 Sawmill Rd

1042 A Canterbury Dr

124 Mathis Dr

52 Fremont Ave

51 Hiering Ave

805A Westminster Ct

104 Catherine Ln

204 Gull Ln

21 Newbury Row

14D Primrose Ln
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 | $2,698 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,130 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,072 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,662 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,125 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Ocean County 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,935 | $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 |
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 |
Pinewood Apartments | 1 BD, 1 BA classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Crossroads Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean County, NJ
As of July 30, 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 $2.28/sq.ft. - Layout E.1 Model at Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains starting at $2,700 with a $2.24 price per square foot . 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 |
Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains | $2.28/sq.ft. - Layout E.1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.24 |
206 Washington St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Briar Knoll Apartments | 1B1B Non-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Jackson Arms | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
15 Hummingbird Way, Unit 1 | 15 Hummingbird Way | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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 Ocean County
What type of rentals are currently available in Ocean County?
There are currently 320 Apartments for Rent in Ocean County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $587 to $12,000. There are also 573 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocean County ranging from $1,500 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 $1,500 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,729.
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 $1,500 to $55,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,034.
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