
Apartments for Rent in the 08542 ZIP Code of Princeton, NJ (44 Rentals)


146 Nassau St

Total Monthly Price
219 Birch Ave, Unit #2FB

39 Quarry St

37 Bank St

166 John St

11 Quarry St

303 Witherspoon St
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39 Quarry St

218 Birch Ave

16 Linden Ln, Unit 2A

166 Witherspoon St

114 Witherspoon St

36-42 Humbert St

The Waxwood

22-30 Witherspoon St
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Witherspoon St

30 Maclean St

36-44 Leigh Ave

44-46 Park Pl

3 Palmer Sq W

Princeton Boroug

321 Witherspoon St

203-205 Nassau St
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236 Nassau St

128-130 Spruce St

55 Witherspoon Street

The Residences at Palmer Square

41 Spring St

25 Spring St

12-16 Witherspoon St

172 Nassau St
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Avalon Princeton

14 Harris Rd

246 N Harrison St

149 N Harrison St

101 Claridge Ct

35 Linden Ln

69-71-71 Wiggins St

13 Charlton St
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8 Greenholm St

135 Bayard Ln

253 Nassau

276 Nassau
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 08542?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08542 Studio Apartments | $2,431 | $2,245 | $2,600 |
| 08542 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,540 | $1,250 | $5,750 |
| 08542 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,339 | $2,600 | $7,950 |
| 08542 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,614 | $4,150 | $8,650 |
| 08542 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 08542 ZIP Code
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the 08542 ZIP Code?
As of today, July 30, 2026, there are currently 44 available 08542 apartments priced from $1,250 to $8,650, with an average monthly rent of $4,962.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom 08542 Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in 08542 ranges from $1,250 to $5,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,540.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in 08542 cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in 08542 range from $2,600 to $7,950. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,339.
How expensive are 08542 Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 12 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in 08542 on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,150 to $8,650 - averaging $6,614 for the location.
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