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Princeton Lakeview Apartments
103 Lakeview TerPrinceton, NJ 08540
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Princeton Neighborhood of Princeton, NJ from $1,100 (7 Rentals)
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30 MacLean St
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Avalon Princeton Circle
100 Thanet CirPrinceton, NJ 08540
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Avalon Princeton
100 Albert WayPrinceton, NJ 08540
101 Claridge Ct
PrincetonNJ08540
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Avalon Princeton on Harrison
275 N Harrison StPrinceton, NJ 08540
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Downtown Princeton, 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 Downtown Princeton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Princeton Studio Apartments | $2,403 | $1,395 | $2,785 |
| Downtown Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,184 | $1,655 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,049 | $2,495 | $5,995 |
| Downtown Princeton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,949 | $4,200 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Princeton Neighborhood of Princeton, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Princeton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Princeton area of Princeton, NJ is a Studio unit found at Princeton Lakeview Apartments priced from $1,395. Avalon Princeton Circle has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,540. Here are the most affordable Downtown Princeton apartments for rent in Princeton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Avalon Princeton Circle | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,540 |
| Avalon Princeton on Harrison | AM14a | 1BR,1BA | $2,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Princeton, NJ
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Princeton area is the $3.52 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at 146 Nassau St in the in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood starting from $4,095. The second greatest value Downtown Princeton apartment is the Two Bedroom/Two Bath Model at Princeton Lakeview Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146 Nassau St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.52 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Alice | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.88 |
| 172 Nassau St | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Princeton, Princeton, NJ
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Princeton, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Princeton Neighborhood in Princeton, NJ
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Princeton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Princeton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Princeton Apartment is $1,655 at Princeton Lakeview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Princeton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Princeton is starting from $2,495 at Princeton Lakeview Apartments.
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