
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NJ from $700 (11 Rentals)
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The Artisan at Lawrenceville

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Princeton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Princeton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Princeton Studio Apartments | $2,269 | $1,395 | $2,605 |
| Cheap Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,501 | $1,655 | $4,600 |
| Cheap Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $1,799 | $5,940 |
| Cheap Princeton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,478 | $2,916 | $4,655 |
| Cheap Princeton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,952 | $6,952 | $6,952 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Princeton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 12/12/2025Current apartment rentals in the Princeton, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Princeton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Lawrenceville | $3,350 | $790 | 308 |
| Downtown Princeton | $3,472 | $1,395 | 21 |
| Princeton Manor | $10,370 | $1,925 | 21 |
Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, NJ is a Studio unit found at Princeton Lakeview Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,395. The Willows at Orchard Road has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| The Artisan at Lawrenceville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,802 |
| Icon Riverwalk 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | Julia | Studio,1BA | $1,849 |
| Yorkshire Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom Corner | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NJ
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.73 price per square foot Canary Model at Princeton Terrace At West Windsor in the in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Yorkshire Meadows starting at $3,095 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Terrace At West Windsor | Canary | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.73 |
| Yorkshire Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.92 |
| Princeton Gardens | Holiday Kick-Off Special !! - Ends 12/15 !! | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Windsor Woods | $2.43/sq.ft. - The Carrington | 3BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal | Coventry I | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Yorkshire Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom Corner | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Artisan at Lawrenceville | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Woodmont Way - West Windsor | Ruby | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
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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
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Princeton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Princeton is under $2,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Princeton?
The cheapest apartment in Princeton is Princeton Lakeview Apartments which is listed at $1,655, while the average apartment in Princeton costs $5,730.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Princeton?
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 14 regular apartments in Princeton 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 Princeton?
Cheap apartments in Princeton have an average cost of $836 which is $4,894 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Princeton.
Expert Rental Resources
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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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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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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





