
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Raritan, NJ from $1,500 (14 Rentals)
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Crossings Raritan

15 Doughty St

820 Rhine Blvd

Brookside

Dorchester House

South Bridge Gardens
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Avalon Somerville Station

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69 N 12th Ave

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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 | $2,048 | $1,800 | $2,300 |
| Cheap Raritan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,607 | $5,324 |
| Cheap Raritan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $1,853 | $4,058 |
| Cheap Raritan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,652 | $2,750 | $4,200 |
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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 Dorchester House in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,653. Brookside in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,691. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Raritan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester House | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,653 |
| Brookside | Cambridge Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,691 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Crossings Raritan | S04 | Studio,1BA | $1,885 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Raritan, NJ
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Raritan area is the $2.12 price per square foot $2.26/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe Model at Stone Bridge at Raritan in the starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Raritan apartment is the B6 Model at Fairway 28 starting at $2,800 with a $1.87 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 | $2.26/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Fairway 28 | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| 125 W High St, Unit 1 | 125 W High St | 3BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Warehouse | Spring Breeze Special !!- Ends April 1 !! | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 43 1st Ave, Unit 4 | 43 1st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Somerville Parc | The Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Bridgewater Court | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| 10 Anderson St, Unit 1 | 10 Anderson St | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Somerville Gardens | Spring Breeze Special !!- Ends April 1 !! | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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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 $1,653 at Dorchester House.
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 $2,139 at Dorchester House.
What is the most affordable Raritan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Raritan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avalon Somerville Station and starts from $3,890.
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