
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ocean, NJ from $700 (29 Rentals)
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Poplar Village

Heritage Village at Oakhurst (55+)

Continental Gardens

Holly House Apartments

Springwood Apartments

892 Elberon Ave
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63 Delaware Ave

Twinbrook Village

200 Deal Lake Drive

Middlebrook at Monmouth
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Ocean, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Ocean Studio Apartments | $1,941 | $821 | $3,000 |
| Cheap Ocean 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,282 | $1,059 | $4,000 |
| Cheap Ocean 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $1,667 | $5,372 |
| Cheap Ocean 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,099 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Ocean 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,231 | $9,231 | $9,231 |
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Ocean, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ocean, NJ
Pricing Updated: 10/27/2025Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanamassa | $14,160 | $821 | 43 |
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. Holly House Apartments in the Waterfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,437. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocean apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $821 |
| Holly House Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,437 |
| Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,440 |
| Springwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Twinbrook Village | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Middlebrook at Monmouth | $2.20/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Eatoncrest Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 648 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| Ocean Terrace Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 620 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
| 201 LaReine | Studio (renovated) | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Munroe Towers | Floorplan P | 1BR,1BA | $1,906 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean, NJ
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean area is the $1.95 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Twinbrook Village in the in the Wanamassa neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Ocean apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Victoria Gardens starting at $2,056 with a $2.01 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twinbrook Village | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Victoria Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| 130 Morris Ave. | Luxury 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Pointe at Neptune | Halifax | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Wedgewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom FM | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Hampshire Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Middlebrook at Monmouth | $2.20/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Southbrook Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Heritage Village at Ocean, A 55+ Community | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Poplar Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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Getting Around Ocean, NJ
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ocean?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ocean is under $1,906.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ocean?
The cheapest apartment in Ocean is Poplar Village which is listed at $1,059, while the average apartment in Ocean costs $14,160.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ocean?
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 5 regular apartments in Ocean 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?
Cheap apartments in Ocean have an average cost of $254 which is $13,906 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ocean.
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