
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Raritan, NJ from $1,608 (44 Rentals)
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33 Second St

56 W Somerset St

Crossings Raritan

The Lena

11 Church St

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43 1st Ave, Unit 1

810 Old York Rd
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43 E Somerset St

Brookside

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Bridgewater Court

South Bridge Gardens

25 Division St, Unit 2

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30 Old York Rd, Unit 30 Old York Road

Namotur Apartment Homes
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The Cobalt Apartments

Fairway 28

The Warehouse

148 Davenport St

Village at Bridgewater

Somerville Gardens

27 Somerset St
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155 Fairview Ave

Avalon Somerville Station

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26 Division St, Unit 3

The Edge at Main

SOMA

93 S Bridge St

Bright and Airy 2 Bedroom Corner Unit

Somerville Parc
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245 Marcia Way, Unit Marcia Way

Heather Hill Apartments

Six North

23 Norwich Pl

710 W Camplain Rd

3260 US-22

273 W Main St

3102 Revere Ct
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Jefferson Apartments

17 Division St

18 Deanna Dr

3517 Richmond Ct
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 | $2,158 | $1,795 | $2,450 |
| Cheap Raritan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,498 | $1,653 | $5,324 |
| Cheap Raritan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,889 | $4,098 |
| Cheap Raritan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,247 | $2,500 | $4,395 |
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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 Brookside in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,608. South Bridge Gardens in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Raritan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside | Springfield Classic | 1BR, 1BA | $1,608 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 1 Bed - $1850 - $1950 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,850 |
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,880 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,000 |
| Lexington Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2,000 |
| Crossings Raritan | AD25 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,123 |
| The Warehouse | Renovated 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,195 |
| Village at Bridgewater | The Hickory | 1BR, 1BA | $2,235 |
| Somerville Gardens | R - W/D 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Raritan, NJ
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Raritan area is the $2.20 price per square foot $2.20/sq.ft. - Townhouse with Deck Model at Stone Bridge at Raritan starting from $4,395. The second greatest value Raritan apartment is the 43 1st Ave Model at 43 1st Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,600 with a $2.29 price per square foot. 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 | $2.20/sq.ft. - Townhouse with Deck | 3BR, 2.5BA | $2.20 |
| 43 1st Ave, Unit 1 | 43 1st Ave | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.29 |
| The Cobalt Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.43 |
| 93 S Bridge St | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| Raritan Riverside | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1.5BA | $2.70 |
| Fairway 28 | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.56 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bed - $2295 - $2400 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.42 |
| Village at Bridgewater | The Hickory | 1BR, 1BA | $2.76 |
| Dorchester House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.47 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.67 |
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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 $1,608 at Brookside.
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.
What is the most affordable Raritan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Raritan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 93 S Bridge St and starts from $2,500.
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