1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NJ (51 Rentals)

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41 Spring St
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41 Spring St

41 Spring StPrinceton, NJ 08542
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128-130 Spruce St
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128-130 Spruce St

128-130 Spruce StPrinceton, NJ 08542

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253 Nassau
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253 Nassau

253 Nassau StPrinceton, NJ 08540
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276 Nassau
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276 Nassau

293 Franklin AvePrinceton, NJ 08540
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25 Spring St
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25 Spring St

25 Spring StPrinceton, NJ 08542
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30 Maclean St
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30 Maclean St

30 Maclean StPrinceton, NJ 08542
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The Waxwood
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The Waxwood

35 Quarry StPrinceton, NJ 08542
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181 S Harrison St
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181 S Harrison St

181 S Harrison StPrinceton, NJ 08540

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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2-6 Laurel Ave
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2-6 Laurel Ave

2-6 Laurel AveKingston, NJ 08528
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Link at W Squared
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Link at W Squared

716 Parker BlvdPrinceton Junction, NJ 08550

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Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: October 31, 2025

There are currently 114 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Princeton, NJ neighborhoods that range in price from $790 to $4,250. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Princeton with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Princeton Lawrenceville98$2,400$790
Downtown Princeton11$2,866$1,550
Princeton Manor5$2,189$1,925

Largest Available Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Princeton, NJ is found at Princeton Gardens in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood and is 1,135 square feet priced from $2,350. The Somerset at Montgomery has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,102 square feet and currently listed start at $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Princeton:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Princeton GardensAutumn Rent Special - Ends 10/31 !! Spacious Re...1,135 Sq Ft$2,350
The Somerset at MontgomeryC1,102 Sq Ft$2,895
Copperwood in PrincetonAspen 3979 Sq Ft$3,048
Yorkshire Village Senior 55+1 Bedroom Corner925 Sq Ft$2,030
Icon Riverwalk 55+ Active Adult Apartment HomesRobeson900 Sq Ft$2,715
Woodmont Way - West WindsorGarnet830 Sq Ft$2,730
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsOne Bedroom800 Sq Ft$1,655
The Artisan at Lawrenceville1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom713 Sq Ft$2,095

Cheapest Available Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of October 31, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Princeton, NJ is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,655 at Princeton Lakeview Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood. The second most affordable Princeton 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Corner Model at Yorkshire Village Senior 55+ starting at $2,030 in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Princeton is currently $2,640. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Princeton:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Princeton Lakeview ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,655
Yorkshire Village Senior 55+1 Bedroom Corner$2,030
The Artisan at Lawrenceville1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$2,095
Icon Riverwalk 55+ Active Adult Apartment HomesGreene$2,220
Windsor Woods$3.14/sq.ft. - The Darnington$2,309
Princeton GardensAutumn Rent Special - Ends 10/31 !! Spacious Re...$2,350
Lofts at Princeton$3.20/sq.ft. - ME-1B$2,449
The Mews at Princeton JunctionA1 | Premium$2,530
Parc at Princeton Junction1D$2,553
The Somerset at MontgomeryA$2,600

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Princeton Overview

Princeton, New Jersey, is a household name across America and much of the globe for good reason. It has produced some of the brightest and best. Albert Einstein himself had strong ties to Princeton University. But for those interested in Princeton apartments, the college town’s great history may have only gotten better. Its rich multicultural arts and outstanding dining are only equaled by the safety its residents enjoy. You can walk to shopping and the town has excellent and inexpensive modes of transportation. As places to live go, you get a big bang for your buck with Princeton apartments considering everything it has to offer.

Why live in Princeton, NJ?

Princeton apartments offer a wonderful college-town lifestyle that is rich in arts, culture, education, music. It’s one of the few places that has a pub like Triumph Brewing Company that makes its own beer on the premises. It’s a hip little town to say the least.

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Getting Around Princeton, NJ

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45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

59 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Princeton Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Princeton with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Princeton is at Princeton Lakeview Apartments listed at $1,655.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Princeton Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is $2,640.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Princeton Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Princeton is a 1,135 square feet unit starting from $2,350 at Princeton Gardens.

What is the average size for Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Princeton is currently 588 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.