
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roselle, NJ from $700 (114 Rentals)
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Lockwood Village

Cheryl Gardens

5th Avenue Apartments

30 Carolyn Terrace, Unit B

Amsterdam Gardens

Rainbow Gardens

Sheridan Gardens

592 Sherman Ave

Michael's Manor
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Carlyle

519 Chestnut St

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148 Chilton St

531 Richmond St, Unit 1

49 W Main St

138 Elmora Ave

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945 Spofford Ave, Unit liz

Wood Arms Apartments

Linden Arms, LLC

Cambridge Manor
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38 E Curtis St, Unit 4

Stiles Manor

Watson Apartments

Edgar Gardens

1075 E Jersey St

249 W Jersey St

758 Jersey Ave, Unit E

758 Jersey Ave, Unit E

Hayes House

Rosewood Gardens
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Westminster Arms

170 Bellevue St

Astoria Manor

644 Maple Ave, Unit 1

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403 Chestnut St, Unit B5

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The Crossings at Union

30 E Henry St, Unit 3

Rosalia Manor

The Rahway Collection
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The James

Chilton Hall Apartments

Meridia Lifestyles II

Meridia Linden 1001

Meridia Roselle Park 10

246 Edgar Pl

127 Murray St, Unit 2

Chestnut Station

Hollywood Terrace

Meridia Lifestyles
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Roselle, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roselle?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Roselle Studio Apartments | $1,880 | $1,100 | $2,516 |
| Cheap Roselle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,279 | $1,300 | $3,940 |
| Cheap Roselle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,800 | $4,880 |
| Cheap Roselle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,800 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Roselle, NJ
Pricing Updated: 05/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Roselle, 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 Roselle Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmora | $4,150 | $1,300 | 34 |
Cheapest Available Roselle Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Roselle, NJ is a Studio unit found at Wood Arms Apartments priced from $1,450. Lidgerwood in the Peterstown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roselle apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Arms Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Lidgerwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Harwood Homes | $2.40/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Watson Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,618 |
| Edgar Gardens | Edgar Gardens Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roselle, NJ
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roselle area is the $1.67 price per square foot 523 Lidgerwood Ave Model at 523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora in the in the Peterstown neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Roselle apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at 435 Morris Ave starting at $2,250 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Westminster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roselle apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora | 523 Lidgerwood Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 435 Morris Ave | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 208 Vine St, Unit 1 Floor | 208 Vine St | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 407 E Price St, Unit 2 | 407 E Price St | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 234 Palmer St, Unit 2 | 234 Palmer St | 3BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R | 34 North Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Metropolitan | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 202 S Stiles St, Unit 202 s stiles apt 1L | 202 S Stiles St | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 209-219 Broad St | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Best Local Schools in Roselle, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roselle Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Roselle?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Roselle is at Wood Arms Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Roselle Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roselle Apartment is $1,500 at Lidgerwood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Roselle Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roselle is starting from $1,800 at 331 Elmora Avenue.
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