
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Neighborhood of Plainsboro, NJ from $800 (7 Rentals)
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Cranbury Brook - The Highlands, Plainsboro, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cranbury Brook - The Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,797 | $1,673 | $2,063 |
| Cranbury Brook - The Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,014 | $3,580 |
| Cranbury Brook - The Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $897 | $4,333 |
| Cranbury Brook - The Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,033 | $2,148 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Neighborhood of Plainsboro, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands area of Plainsboro, NJ is a Studio unit found at Quail Ridge Apartments priced from $1,565. The Crest at Princeton Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,769. Here are the most affordable Cranbury Brook - The Highlands apartments for rent in Plainsboro, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,565 |
| The Crest at Princeton Meadows | The Summit | 1BR,1BA | $1,769 |
| Hunters Glen | 1×1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cranbury Brook - The Highlands, NJ
As of June 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands area is the $2.78 price per square foot Coventry I Enhanced Model at Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal in the in the Princeton Manor neighborhood starting from $3,529. The second greatest value Cranbury Brook - The Highlands apartment is the BM13-Upgrade Model at Avalon W Squared starting at $3,308 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cranbury Brook - The Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal | Coventry I Enhanced | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Avalon W Squared | BM13-Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Plainsboro Village Center Residential | B | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| Deer Creek | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| The Woods East Windsor | BLOSSOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Hunters Glen | 1×1 The Collection | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| The Crest at Princeton Meadows | The Summit | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| The Crossings at Plainsboro | 1 Bedroom Premier Plus | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Addison at Princeton Meadows | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Apartment is $1,673 at Quail Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cranbury Brook - The Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cranbury Brook - The Highlands is starting from $2,057 at Quail Ridge Apartments.
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