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Residences at Herrontown
900 Herrontown RdPrinceton, NJ 08540
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Princeton, NJ Local Guide
Princeton University by Harshil Shah is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Princeton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Princeton Studio Apartments | $2,375 | $1,395 | $3,065 |
| Cheap Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $710 | $4,490 |
| Cheap Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,645 | $852 | $6,335 |
| Cheap Princeton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,447 | $984 | $6,365 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Princeton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025Current 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 Manor | $5,000 | $1,915 | 110 |
| Downtown Princeton | $5,900 | $1,395 | 193 |
| Princeton Lawrenceville | $5,900 | $710 | 337 |
Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Residences at Herrontown in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood priced from $710. Princeton Lakeview Apartments in the Turnpike West neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences at Herrontown | 30% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Yorkshire Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NJ
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $2.26 price per square foot Canary Model at Princeton Terrace At West Windsor in the in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood starting from $3,780. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Yorkshire Meadows starting at $3,490 with a $2.17 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 | $2.26 |
| Yorkshire Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.17 |
| The Artisan at Lawrenceville | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.29 |
| Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal | Coventry I Enhanced | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| The Mercer at Lawrence Station | Nottingham | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Windsor Woods | $2.51/sq.ft. - The Farrington | 3BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Princeton Gardens | *$1,000 off the 1st full month if lease signed ... | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.41 |
| Copperwood in Princeton | Aspen 5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
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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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Walk Score®
45 / 100
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Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
59 / 100
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Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Princeton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Princeton is at Princeton Lakeview Apartments listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment is $710 at Residences at Herrontown.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Princeton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is starting from $852 at Residences at Herrontown.
What is the most affordable Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Residences at Herrontown and starts from $984.
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