
Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Piscataway, NJ from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Meridia Bound Brook 300

510 Hamilton

Musical String House

Meridia Bound Brook 1

275 Livingston

745 Hamilton

215 Ridge at Bound Brook
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

The Rail at Bound Brook

The Vibe

Mohring Place

The View

The Hopkinson

44 Courtlandt

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The Quincy

The Beacon on Main
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Premiere Residences

The Lofts at Middlesex

Citizen Bound Brook

The Nell

Merriewold

Truman Square

Adams Place

43 S Adelaide Ave
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499 Hamilton St

507 Hamilton St

The View

Mosaic on Main

96 Bayard St

50 Neilson Apartments

The Gateway at Dunellen

Brentwood Park Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Piscataway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piscataway Studio Apartments | $2,041 | $1,495 | $2,883 |
| Piscataway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $1,170 | $10,000+ |
| Piscataway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $975 | $4,731 |
| Piscataway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,521 | $1,375 | $8,181 |
| Piscataway 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,329 | $2,450 | $4,500 |
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.
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Best Local Schools in Piscataway, NJ
Randolphville Elementary School
Piscataway Twp High School
Theodore Schor Middle School
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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 SoCam290 which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Piscataway costs $4,116.
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 11 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 $114 which is $4,002 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Piscataway.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.