Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Princeton Neighborhood of Princeton, NJ from $1,000 (4 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Princeton area of Princeton.

property at 246 N Harrison St

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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246 N Harrison St

PrincetonNJ08540

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property at 16 Linden Ln

$3,400

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$3,400

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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16 Linden Ln, Unit 2A

16 Linden Ln
PrincetonNJ08542

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Downtown Princeton, Princeton, NJ Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Princeton, NJ

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Princeton area is the $5.71 price per square foot Washington Model at 195 Nassau in the in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood starting from $7,646. The second greatest value Downtown Princeton apartment is the 2x2 Den Model at The Alice starting at $5,345 with a $4.45 price per square foot in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
195 NassauWashington3BR,2BA$5.71
The Alice2x2 Den2BR,2BA$4.45
146 Nassau St2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$3.23
Avalon PrincetonA2-A2A-A2S-741-8411BR,1BA$3.48
Avalon Princeton CircleAM141BR,1BA$3.86
Avalon Princeton on HarrisonAM14b1BR,1BA$4.02
172 Nassau StStudioStudio ,1BA$8.67

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Downtown Princeton, Princeton, NJ

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Princeton

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Princeton?

There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Princeton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $8,650. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Princeton ranging from $1,050 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Princeton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Princeton ranges from $1,050 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,034.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Princeton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Princeton range from $4,150 to $8,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,375 to $7,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,000.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.