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property at 401 US-22

401 US-22

North PlainfieldNJ07060
property at 125 Jerome Ave

125 Jerome Ave

South Bound BrookNJ08880

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property at 6 1st Ave

6 1st Ave

RaritanNJ08869

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Cheapest Available Somerset County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset County, NJ is a Studio unit found at Grove St Apartments in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,495. Kimberwyck Village Apartments in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,638. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grove St ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Kimberwyck Village ApartmentsSPECIAL! 1BR first floor1BR,1BA$1,638
Meridia Bound Brook 1BStudio,1BA$1,675
The Harrison Somerset Apartment HomesSTUDIO SMALLStudio,1BA$1,750
Bridgewater Court1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset County, NJ

As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerset County area is the $1.32 price per square foot 148 S 4th Ave Model at 148 S 4th Ave, Unit 148 in the in the Roycebrook Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Somerset County apartment is the $1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft Model at Cedar Manor starting at $3,095 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
148 S 4th Ave, Unit 148148 S 4th Ave2BR,1BA$1.32
Cedar Manor$1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft2BR,2BA$1.88
Whiton Hills2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.93
269 N 1st Ave, Unit B269 N 1st Ave2BR,1BA$1.74
New Center Greens Garden Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.92
88 Thompson St, Unit 288 Thompson St2BR,1BA$1.59
416 E Main St, Unit 3 W416 E Main St3BR,1BA$1.54
Claremont TowersThe Fairmont2BR,2BA$1.91
The Willows at Orchard RoadTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.59
Hempstead Gardens$1.89/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.89

Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset County

What type of rentals are currently available in Somerset County?

There are currently 327 Apartments for Rent in Somerset County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,445 to $10,090. There are also 119 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerset County ranging from $1,800 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Somerset County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Somerset County ranges from $1,800 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,766.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Somerset County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Somerset County range from $1,670 to $5,445, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $6,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,595.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.