Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ocean, NJ from $700 (30 Rentals)

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property at 35 1/2 Olin St

$1,350 - $1,450

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 20

35 1/2 Olin St

Ocean GroveNJ07756

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property at 892 Elberon Ave

$1,600 - $3,300

Studio To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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892 Elberon Ave

Long BranchNJ07740
property at 316 8th Ave

$1,695 - $2,095

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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316 8th Ave

Asbury ParkNJ07712

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Stephen Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stephen Manor

1100 Atlantic AveAsbury Park, NJ 07712
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Lido Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lido Village

111 Victor AveEatontown, NJ 07724
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Seacrest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seacrest Apartments

105 Mccabe AveBradley Beach, NJ 07720
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Wayside Oaks
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wayside Oaks

1200 Wayside RdTinton Falls, NJ 07712
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407 8th Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

407 8th Ave

407 8th AveAsbury Park, NJ 07712

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Oakhill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakhill Apartments

95 Oakwood AveLong Branch, NJ 07740
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Neptune Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Neptune Gardens

300 Neptune BlvdNeptune, NJ 07753
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John R. Lewis Commons
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

John R. Lewis Commons

157 Garrett RdLong Branch, NJ 07740
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Meadowbrook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowbrook

25 Pine StTinton Falls, NJ 07753
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Sylvania
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sylvania

96-98 W Sylvania AveNeptune City, NJ 07753
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Ocean, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ocean, NJ

Pricing Updated: 01/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Ocean, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ocean Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wanamassa$65,000$1,675137

Cheapest Available Ocean Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ocean, NJ is a Studio unit found at Poplar Village in the Long Branch City neighborhood priced from $821. Wayside Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,436. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocean apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Poplar VillageStudioStudio,1BA$821
Wayside OaksTHE SAGE2BR,2BA$1,436
Holly House ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,437
Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,440
200 Deal Lake DriveStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Twinbrook Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,650
Middlebrook at Monmouth$2.20/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Monmouth Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,715
Ocean Terrace Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 620 sqft1BR,1BA$1,770
Munroe TowersFloorplan P1BR,1BA$1,777

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean, NJ

As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Twinbrook Village in the in the Wanamassa neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Ocean apartment is the Luxury 2 Model at 130 Morris Ave. starting at $2,600 with a $2.36 price per square foot in the Jockey Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Twinbrook Village2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.14
130 Morris Ave.Luxury 22BR,1BA$2.36
WELLSBROOK, LLCA Lesson in Luxury.... We call it Wellsbrook - ...2BR,1.5BA$2.68
Victoria Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.47
Wayside OaksTHE SAGE2BR,2BA$1.58
Wedgewood Gardens1 Bedroom FM1BR,1BA$2.58
Monmouth Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14
Middlebrook at Monmouth$2.20/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.20
Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.00
Poplar VillageStudioStudio ,1BA$1.81

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ocean?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ocean is at Poplar Village listed at $821.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Apartment is $1,059 at Poplar Village.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean is starting from $1,436 at Wayside Oaks.

What is the most affordable Ocean Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ocean Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Village At West Long Branch and starts from $3,444.

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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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