
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Piscataway, NJ from $500 (26 Rentals)
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Mayflower at Piscataway

32 Curtis Avenue

1020 Raritan Ave

Grove St Apartments

Greenwood Gardens
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103 Bayard St

Cedar Tower at Plainfield

Celebrations at South Plainfield

Franklin Market Affordable

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The Park Apartments
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Cornell Arms

Horizons At Plainfield

The Hamilton

Truman Square

730-734 Park Ave

Brookhaven at Franklin Apartments
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Bayard Street Apartments

Dunellen Station Condominiums

97-99 Bayard

Adams Place

Voorhees Station I

55 Harvey at Providence Square
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Aspen Gardens

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Piscataway, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Piscataway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Piscataway Studio Apartments | $2,013 | $1,495 | $2,687 |
| Cheap Piscataway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $1,000 | $5,033 |
| Cheap Piscataway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,778 | $940 | $5,416 |
| Cheap Piscataway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,679 | $1,325 | $7,193 |
| Cheap Piscataway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Piscataway, NJ
Pricing Updated: 01/26/2026Current apartment rentals in the Piscataway, 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 Piscataway Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Durham | $4,550 | $1,575 | 251 |
Cheapest Available Piscataway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Piscataway, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 1020 Raritan Ave in the Stelton neighborhood priced from $1,000. SoCam290 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,145. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Piscataway apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1020 Raritan Ave | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| SoCam290 | AUR | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Horizons At Plainfield | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Grove St Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 114 Woodbridge Ave | ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Raritan Landing Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Cedar Arms | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Malcolm Gardens | $2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
| Riverside Towers Apartment Homes | Studio - 400 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,661 |
| Magnolia Gardens | One Bedroom (small) | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Piscataway, NJ
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Piscataway area is the $1.73 price per square foot 1 Model at 97 Main St in the in the Canal Crossing neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Piscataway apartment is the 312 Model at Musical String House starting at $3,200 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Piscataway apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Main St | 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Musical String House | 312 | 3BR,4BA | $1.72 |
| Cedar Manor | $1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| 111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3 | 111 Sycamore Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 720 Madison Ave, Unit 3 | 720 Madison Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 416 E Main St, Unit 3 W | 416 E Main St | 3BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Colony House Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 10 Landing Lane | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.06 |
| 1020 Raritan Ave | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Horizons At Plainfield | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
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Best Local Schools in Piscataway, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Piscataway Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Piscataway?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Piscataway is under $1,685.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Piscataway?
The cheapest apartment in Piscataway is 1020 Raritan Ave which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Piscataway costs $4,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Piscataway?
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 117 regular apartments in Piscataway 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 Piscataway?
Cheap apartments in Piscataway have an average cost of $2,133 which is $2,417 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Piscataway.
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
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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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