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Princeton, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Princeton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,057 | $2,195 | $4,000 |
| Princeton 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,447 | $3,200 | $5,999 |
| Princeton 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,233 | $3,750 | $7,500 |
| Princeton 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,450 | $4,500 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Princeton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 10/24/2025Current 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 | $3,552 | $790 | 284 |
| Princeton Manor | $4,655 | $1,925 | 22 |
| Downtown Princeton | $5,175 | $1,395 | 18 |
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. Yorkshire Village Senior 55+ in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. 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 |
| Yorkshire Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NJ
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.97 price per square foot Canary Model at Princeton Terrace At West Windsor in the in the Princeton Lawrenceville neighborhood starting from $3,295. 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 | $1.97 |
| Yorkshire Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.92 |
| Princeton Gardens | Autumn Rent Special - Ends 10/31 !! | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Parc at Princeton Junction | 2J | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Barclay Square at Princeton Forrestal | Coventry I Enhanced | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | Two Bedroom/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Artisan at Lawrenceville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| The Mercer at Lawrence Station | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Yorkshire Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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There are currently 90 Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,395 to $5,940. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Princeton ranging from $2,000 to $8,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Princeton ranges from $2,000 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,467.
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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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