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290 Alpine Way
Woodbridge TownshipNJ07095
property at 219 Sierra Ct

$2,500

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219 Sierra Ct

Woodbridge TownshipNJ07095

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Rahway, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rahway, NJ

Pricing Updated: 04/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Rahway, 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 Rahway Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Rahway$2,799$1,15036
Rahway Transit Village$2,799$1,15035
Capecod$3,300$1,15034
Perth Amboy Junction$3,300$1,15047

Cheapest Available Rahway Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rahway, NJ is a Studio unit found at Wood Arms Apartments priced from $1,450. Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) in the Westbury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,531. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rahway apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wood Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,531
Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,640
Lexington Village1 BED / 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,640
Rahway Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rahway, NJ

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rahway area is the $1.59 price per square foot 1112 Walnut St Model at 1112 Walnut St in the starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Rahway apartment is the 519 Jackson Ave Model at 519 Jackson Ave, Unit #2 starting at $2,700 with a $1.80 price per square foot in the Rahway Transit Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rahway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1112 Walnut St1112 Walnut St3BR,1BA$1.59
519 Jackson Ave, Unit #2519 Jackson Ave3BR,1BA$1.80
Metro RahwayD12BR,2BA$2.19
Fox Hill Run2 Bedroom B1 with Den2BR,2.5BA$2.35
Park Square Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.31
The Rahway Collection1 Bedroom Renovated W/D1BR,1BA$2.23
1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 21115 Raritan Rd1BR,1BA$2.29
Woodbine Living1 Bedroom - Renovated WD1BR,1BA$2.35
Rahway Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.34

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rahway

What type of rentals are currently available in Rahway?

There are currently 261 Apartments for Rent in Rahway, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $4,450. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rahway ranging from $1,800 to $4,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rahway?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rahway ranges from $1,800 to $4,250 with an average monthly rent of $3,118.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.