
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Port Reading, NJ from $700 (71 Rentals)
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64 Craig Ave, Unit side Apt

Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)

Woodbridge Village

Jacobs Landing

Convery Gardens

Cloverleaf Gardens

North Hills Apartments, LLC

47 Thorpe Ave

Colonia Gardens
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581 West Side Ave

Woodbridge Apartments

Bridgeton Apartments

Woodbine Living

Carteret Gardens

15 Fitch St

Kings Gardens

The Botanic

Gateway at Carteret

Luxe Apartments
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77 Heald St, Unit 1

Queens Gardens

The Arthur

28 Union St

1946 Barnett St

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The Park at Woodbridge Station

29 Washington Ave

512 Sharon Garden Ct

382 Summit Ave

47 Holly St
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Bristol Station Apartments

74 Albert St

24 Hayward Ave

23 Union St, Unit 2

The Boulevard

Forest View

156 Holly St

85 Edwin St, Unit 2

46 Hayward Ave

Meridian Terrace
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Heritage Village at Rosegate, 55+ Community

Wheeler Apartments

511 Garden Ave, Unit 2

Greens at Avenel

Highland Green Apartments

Barron's Gate

77 Brook St

88 Roosevelt

Lexington of Carteret

213 Hall Ave
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Port Reading, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Port Reading?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Port Reading Studio Apartments | $2,199 | $1,850 | $2,500 |
| Cheap Port Reading 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,478 | $1,400 | $7,119 |
| Cheap Port Reading 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $1,850 | $6,673 |
| Cheap Port Reading 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,337 | $2,294 | $6,148 |
| Cheap Port Reading 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $2,560 | $3,400 |
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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 $1,531. Woodbridge Village in the Westbury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,615. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Port Reading apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,531 |
| Woodbridge Village | 1 Bedroom Tenant gets Gas Credit | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Convery Gardens | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Cloverleaf Gardens | The Avenel | 1BR,1BA | $1,735 |
| North Hills Apartments, LLC | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath - 2 Balconies | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Colonia Gardens | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Bridgeton Apartments | 1 Bedroom NEW RENOVATION- Available 04/24/26 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Woodbine Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Carteret Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Port Reading, NJ
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Port Reading area is the $2.00 price per square foot 67 Edgar St Model at 67 Edgar St, Unit 1 in the in the Arden Heights neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Port Reading apartment is the 2 Bedroom B1 with Den Model at Fox Hill Run starting at $2,955 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Port Reading apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Edgar St, Unit 1 | 67 Edgar St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Fox Hill Run | 2 Bedroom B1 with Den | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.45 |
| 77 Heald St, Unit 1 | 77 Heald St | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Forest View | The Pine I | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Woodbine Living | 1 Bedroom - Renovated WD | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 29 Washington Ave | 29w1b5a | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Kings Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Gateway at Carteret | Gramercy- 101 Roosevelt | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Bridgeton Apartments | 1 Bedroom NEW RENOVATION- Available 04/24/26 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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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 $1,531 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 $2,150 at Bridgeton Apartments.
What is the most affordable Port Reading Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Port Reading Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbortown Terrace and starts from $2,815.
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