Cheap Apartments for Rent in Short Hills, NJ from $1,300 (24 Rentals)

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Millburn Mews
1 Bedroom Apartments

Millburn Mews

56 Mechanic StMillburn, NJ 07041
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Carina Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carina Court

627 S Springfield AveSpringfield, NJ 07081
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Dayna Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dayna Commons

295 Millburn AveMillburn, NJ 07041
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Walker Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Court

45 Morris AveSpringfield, NJ 07081

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Short Hills, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Short Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Short Hills, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 747 Valley Apartments in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood priced from $1,735. Short Hills Village Apartment Homes in the South Mountain neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Short Hills apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
747 Valley Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,735
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,999
Short Hills Terrace1B11BR,1BA$2,113
Town House ApartmentsOne Bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,195
West Mill Gardens$2.40/sq.ft. - The Belvedere1BR,1BA$2,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Short Hills, NJ

As of July 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Short Hills area is the $2.07 price per square foot 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Short Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom H Model at Short Hills Club Village starting at $3,630 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the South Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Short Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Berkshire Gardens2x1.5-16412BR,1.5BA$2.07
Short Hills Club Village2 Bedroom H2BR,1.5BA$2.88
The Promenade at SummitAddington2BR,2BA$2.97
100 Main St, Unit 1100 Main St2BR,1BA$2.79
Spring Mill Manor$3.23/sq.ft. - E1BR,1BA$2.59
41 Main St, Unit 241 Main St2BR,1BA$2.84
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35
Short Hills Terrace1B21BR,1BA$2.62
West Mill Gardens$2.40/sq.ft. - The Belvedere1BR,1BA$2.81
300 Main St, Unit 2300 Main St1BR,1BA$2.79

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Getting Around Short Hills, NJ

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $1,806 at West Mill 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 $2,263 at General Greene Village Apartment Homes.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.