
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roselle, NJ from $700 (136 Rentals)
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Lockwood Village

Cheryl Gardens

5th Avenue Apartments

30 Carolyn Terrace, Unit B

123 W 1st Ave

227 E 3rd Ave

378 Grand St

1029 Harrison Ave, Unit Unit # 1, Unit Unit # 1

Amsterdam Gardens
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Rainbow Gardens

Sheridan Gardens

301 E 9th Ave

Michael's Manor

Carlyle

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148 Chilton St

531 Richmond St, Unit 1, Unit 1

49 W Main St

269 N Broad St, Unit 2

The Rahway Collection
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945 Spofford Ave, Unit liz, Unit liz

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312 S Spring St

Wood Arms Apartments

Linden Arms, LLC

Cambridge Manor

38 E Curtis St, Unit 4, Unit 4

234 Christine St

Edgar Gardens

1116 Anna St

1075-1077 East Jersey Street, 2left
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Watson Apartments

Stiles Manor

249 W Jersey St

820 Canton St

The Crossings at Union

Hayes House

Rosewood Gardens

Meridia Roselle Park 10

Astoria Manor
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701 Cranford Ave

Westminster Arms

Rosalia Manor

403 Chestnut St, Unit B5, Unit B5

845 Ross St, Unit A3

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2220 E Edgar Rd, Unit #2 FL, Unit #2 FL

30 E Henry St, Unit 3, Unit 3

The James

Park Terrace Senior Living

246 Edgar Pl
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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 | $1,819 | $1,100 | $2,516 |
| Cheap Roselle 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $1,300 | $3,740 |
| Cheap Roselle 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $1,850 | $4,680 |
| Cheap Roselle 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,896 | $2,200 | $5,278 |
| Cheap Roselle 4 Bedroom Apartments | $18,464 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Roselle, NJ
Pricing Updated: 04/14/2026Current 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 | $2,700 | $1,350 | 38 |
Cheapest Available Roselle Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Roselle, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Rahway Collection priced from $1,300. Wood Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roselle apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rahway Collection | Studio Ross | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Wood Arms Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Linden Arms, LLC | Studio - Large | Studio,1BA | $1,480 |
| Harwood Homes | $2.40/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Edgar Gardens | Edgar Gardens Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roselle, NJ
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roselle area is the $0.27 price per square foot 95 Murray St Model at 95 Murray St, Unit 216 in the in the Downtown Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Roselle apartment is the 1112 Walnut St Model at 1112 Walnut St starting at $2,550 with a $1.59 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95 Murray St, Unit 216 | 95 Murray St | 2BR,2BA | $0.27 |
| 1112 Walnut St | 1112 Walnut St | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 519 Jackson Ave, Unit #2 | 519 Jackson Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Centurion Elizabeth | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 45 N 21st St, Unit 2nd floor | 45 N 21st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R | 34 North Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The James | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| 215 S 7th St, Unit 2 | 215 S 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| The Rahway Collection | 1 Bedroom Renovated W/D | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Westminster Arms | A Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Best Local Schools in Roselle, NJ
Harrison Elementary School
Grace Wilday Junior High School
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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 $1,595 at Harwood Homes.
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 $1,920 at Hollywood Terrace.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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