
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Short Hills, NJ from $1,300 (39 Rentals)
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510 Millburn Avenue Apartments

Short Hills Terrace

Millburn on Main

747 Valley Apartments

Short Hills Gardens

Kathryn Commons

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300 Main St, Unit 2

300 Wilson Rd, Unit 22c
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90 Millburn Ave, Unit 1

West Mill Gardens

General Greene Village Apartment Homes

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80 Myrtle Ave, Unit 2

306 Springfield Ave

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445 Morris Ave, Unit B5

7 Stone Hill Rd, Unit B

Short Hills Club Village

Manley Court
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16 Shunpike Rd

Cedar Street Commons - Senior Living Community

Baltusrol Apartments

145-147 Summit Ave

Chatham on Main

COLUMBIA COURT, LLC

34 Main St

Millburn Mews

Carina Court
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Dayna Commons

Wyoming Villas Apartments

68 New England Ave

Larchmont Manor

Chatham Arms

Walker Court

206 Main St

390 Morris Ave

51 Caldwell Pl
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218 Millburn Avenue Apartments

Ward-Force House Apartments

26 Hillside Ave
Short Hills, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Short Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Short Hills Studio Apartments | $6,700 | $6,700 | $6,700 |
| Cheap Short Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $1,625 | $4,750 |
| Cheap Short Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $2,350 | $9,100 |
| Cheap Short Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,783 | $2,800 | $9,195 |
| Cheap Short Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,596 | $5,000 | $6,193 |
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Cheapest Available Short Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Short Hills, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Short Hills Gardens in the South Mountain neighborhood priced from $1,875. West Mill Gardens in the Bel Air neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Short Hills apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Short Hills Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| West Mill Gardens | $2.51/sq.ft. - The Astor | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| 510 Millburn Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom Junior | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Manley Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
| General Greene Village Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 705 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2,362 |
| Cedar Street Commons - Senior Living Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Short Hills, NJ
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Short Hills area is the $2.07 price per square foot $2.24/sq.ft. - Residence C Model at Cider Mill Townhomes in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $5,245. The second greatest value Short Hills apartment is the Townhouse A Model at Northfield Townhouses starting at $2,935 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Short Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cider Mill Townhomes | $2.24/sq.ft. - Residence C | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.07 |
| Northfield Townhouses | Townhouse A | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Cove at Springfield | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| The Club at Autumn Ridge | The Birch | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Spring Mill Manor | $3.31/sq.ft. - E | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Spring Brook At Chatham | The Jefferson | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Summit Hill | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| West Mill Gardens | $2.51/sq.ft. - The Astor | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| 90 Millburn Ave, Unit 1 | 90 Millburn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Short Hills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Short Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Short Hills Apartment is $1,875 at Short Hills Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Short Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Short Hills is starting from $2,352 at General Greene Village Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable Short Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Short Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at New England Village and starts from $4,675.
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