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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 Dorchester House in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,578. Meridia Bound Brook 1 in the Canal Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dorchester HouseStudio1BR,1BA$1,578
Meridia Bound Brook 1BStudio,1BA$1,650
Finchley Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,690
Namotur Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,710
Grove St Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,745

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset County, NJ

As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerset County area is the $0.34 price per square foot 8 Robert C Keri Ct Model at 8 Robert C Keri Ct, Unit 2 in the in the Turnpike East neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Somerset County apartment is the $1.71/sq.ft. - Lower Unit with Basement Model at Cedar Manor starting at $3,345 with a $1.71 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.
8 Robert C Keri Ct, Unit 28 Robert C Keri Ct2BR,1BA$0.34
Cedar Manor$1.71/sq.ft. - Lower Unit with Basement2BR,2BA$1.71
Allure at King CourtThe Madrid2BR,2BA$1.87
2028 S Branch Rd, Unit 12028 S Branch Rd3BR,1BA$1.93
309 Old York Rd, Unit B309 Old York Rd2BR,1BA$1.96
Queens GateBerkshire2BR,2BA$2.10
Green Hill Luxury Rentals$2.08/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement1BR,1BA$2.08
The Willows at Orchard RoadTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.73
269 N 1st Ave, Unit Front269 N 1st Ave1BR,1BA$1.98
468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2468 Watchung Ave1BR,1BA$2.11

Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset County

What type of rentals are currently available in Somerset County?

There are currently 326 Apartments for Rent in Somerset County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,375 to $6,000. There are also 120 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerset County ranging from $920 to $8,900.

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 $920 to $8,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,303.

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 $5,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $6,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,400.

Expert Rental Resources

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