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9 1st St, Unit #2

14 Elmer St, Unit 2nd floor

30 W Somerset St

13 Wall St

Brookside
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Dorchester House

The Warehouse

Avalon Somerville Station

66 Somerset St
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17 Somerset St, Unit 1

Lexington Apartments

Bridgewater Court

Fairway 28

199 E Main St

254 W Franklin St
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Heather Hill Apartments

28 Deanna Dr

Six North

3400 US-22

11 Dartmouth Ave

28 N Middaugh St
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3260 US-22
Raritan, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Raritan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Raritan Studio Apartments | $2,143 | $1,850 | $2,485 |
| Cheap Raritan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,493 | $365 | $5,324 |
| Cheap Raritan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,979 | $1,964 | $4,452 |
| Cheap Raritan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,620 | $2,500 | $4,365 |
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Cheapest Available Raritan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Raritan, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Crossings Raritan priced from $365. Brookside in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,724. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Raritan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossings Raritan | AD25 | 1BR,1BA | $365 |
| Brookside | Cambridge Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,724 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,880 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Raritan, NJ
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Raritan area is the $2.06 price per square foot $2.21/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe Model at Stone Bridge at Raritan in the starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Raritan apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Davenport starting at $3,300 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Raritan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Bridge at Raritan | $2.21/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| The Davenport | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 43 1st Ave, Unit 1 | 43 1st Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.29 |
| Somerville Parc | The Benton | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Bridgewater Court | 2 bed/2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| SOMA | Residence B | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| The Warehouse | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Somerville Gardens | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath w/ W/D | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Raritan Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Raritan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Raritan Apartment is $365 at Crossings Raritan.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Raritan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Raritan is starting from $1,942 at Brookside.
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