
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Somerset County, NJ from $300 (15 Rentals)
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Somerset County, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerset County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset County Studio Apartments | $1,913 | $1,495 | $2,485 |
| Somerset County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $365 | $5,324 |
| Somerset County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,948 | $1,445 | $6,500 |
| Somerset County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,508 | $1,670 | $5,595 |
| Somerset County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,671 | $4,195 | $8,940 |
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Cheapest Available Somerset County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset County, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Crossings Raritan priced from $365. Grove St Apartments in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossings Raritan | AD25 | 1BR,1BA | $365 |
| Grove St Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Meridia Bound Brook 300 | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes | STUDIO SMALL | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset County, NJ
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Somerset County area is the $1.73 price per square foot 1 Model at 97 Main St in the in the Canal Crossing neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Somerset County apartment is the Durham Model at Queens Gate starting at $3,182 with a $1.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerset County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Main St | 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Queens Gate | Durham | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Cedar Manor | $1.94/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| Stone Bridge at Raritan | $2.21/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| 269 N 1st Ave, Unit B | 269 N 1st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 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 |
| Cypress Gardens | $1.99/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Somerset Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerset County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Somerset County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Somerset County is at Grove St Apartments listed at $1,495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Somerset County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Somerset County Apartment is $365 at Crossings Raritan.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Somerset County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Somerset County is starting from $1,799 at The Willows at Orchard Road.
What is the most affordable Somerset County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Somerset County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arbors At Franklin and starts from $2,950.
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