
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Skillman, NJ from $400 (42 Rentals)
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The Willows at Orchard Road

1131 County Road 601

The Somerset at Montgomery

Montgomery Senior Apartments

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Icon Riverwalk 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

Apartments at Three Bridges

Red Rock Preserve
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Princeton Lakeview Apartments

Kimberwyck Village Apartments

Claremont Towers

Beekman Gardens

Barrett Country Club

The Crossings at Plainsboro

Hillsborough Gardens

Crestmont Village, LLC
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Whiton Hills

Pike Run Village

15 E Broad St

Windsor Woods

Princeton Gardens

The Mews at Princeton Junction

Avalon W Squared

Brookhaven Lofts
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Green Hill Luxury Rentals

Amwell Terrace

Lofts at Princeton

One Hundred Forge

Sunnymeade Run

172 Nassau St

Avalon Princeton

Avalon Princeton on Harrison
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Meadows at Montgomery

Avalon Princeton Circle

Residences at Herrontown

28 Deanna Dr

1807 Muriel Ct

Princeton Horizon Apartments

Kingston Terrace

405 Cynthia Ct
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Parc at Princeton Junction

3844 Bloomingdale Dr
Skillman, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Skillman?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skillman Studio Apartments | $2,634 | $2,013 | $2,935 |
| Skillman 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $566 | $6,850 |
| Skillman 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,657 | $1,445 | $8,150 |
| Skillman 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,310 | $1,670 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Skillman Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Skillman, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Apartments at Three Bridges priced from $1,228. Princeton Lakeview Apartments in the Cranbury Brook - The Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Skillman apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments at Three Bridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,228 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Claremont Towers | The Ridgecrest | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Beekman Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| Barrett Country Club | Junior 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,889 |
| Pike Run Village | The Athens | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| The Crossings at Plainsboro | 1 Bedroom Premier Plus | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Icon Riverwalk 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes | Greene | 1BR,1BA | $2,256 |
| Brookhaven Lofts | 1 Bedroom w/ Extra Closet | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Skillman, NJ and Nearby
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Skillman area is the $2.36 price per square foot The Gardenia Model at Meadows at Montgomery in the in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood starting from $3,215. The second greatest value Skillman apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at New Center Greens Garden Apartments starting at $2,835 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Skillman apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows at Montgomery | The Gardenia | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| New Center Greens Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Windsor Woods | $2.24/sq.ft. - The Farrington | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Claremont Towers | The Fairmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| Green Hill Luxury Rentals | $2.08/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Brookhaven Lofts | 1 Bedroom w/ Powder Room | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.28 |
| Beekman Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Apartments at Three Bridges | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Princeton Lakeview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Skillman Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Skillman Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Skillman Apartment is $1,228 at Apartments at Three Bridges.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Skillman Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Skillman is starting from $1,477 at Apartments at Three Bridges.
What is the most affordable Skillman Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Skillman Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apartments at Three Bridges and starts from $1,691.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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