Cheap Apartments for Rent in Port Reading, NJ from $700 (23 Rentals)

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Greens at Avenel
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greens at Avenel

1450 Rahway AveAvenel, NJ 07001
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Barron's Gate
2 Bedroom Apartments

Barron's Gate

609 Duke DrWoodbridge, NJ 07095
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88 Roosevelt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

88 Roosevelt

88 Roosevelt AveCarteret, NJ 07008
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77 Brook St
1 Bedroom Apartments

77 Brook St

77 Brook StWoodbridge, NJ 07095
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Lexington of Carteret
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lexington of Carteret

180-182 Roosevelt AveCarteret, NJ 07008
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Lexington of Carteret
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lexington of Carteret

180 Roosevelt AveCarteret, NJ 07008
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Port Reading, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Port Reading Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Port Reading, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) in the Westbury neighborhood priced from $1,343. Cloverleaf Gardens in the Metropark neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Port Reading apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,343
Cloverleaf GardensThe Avenel1BR,1BA$1,735
Colonia Gardens1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,800
Woodbridge Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Carteret Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Port Reading, NJ

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Port Reading area is the $2.48 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Goldengate Model at Harbortown Terrace in the in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood starting from $4,120. The second greatest value Port Reading apartment is the 2E Model at The Botanic starting at $2,873 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Heartland Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Port Reading apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Harbortown Terrace3 Bedroom Goldengate3BR,3.5BA$2.48
The Botanic2E2BR,2BA$2.50
29 Washington Ave29w2b2r2BR,2BA$2.50
Fox Hill Run2 Bedroom C2BR,2BA$2.36
Forest ViewThe Spruce2BR,2.5BA$2.49
Woodbine Living2 Bedroom - Renovated2BR,1BA$2.35
Queens Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.75
Gateway at CarteretAshlar (A)1BR,1BA$2.57
346 Green St, Unit 2FL346 Green St1BR,1BA$2.31
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.92

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Getting Around Port Reading, NJ

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Port Reading Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Port Reading?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Port Reading is at The Arthur listed at $2,100.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Port Reading Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Port Reading Apartment is $1,343 at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community).

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Port Reading is starting from $2,225 at Convery Gardens.

What is the most affordable Port Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Port Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest View and starts from $2,955.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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