Cheap Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ from $859 (95 Rentals)

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Grove at Somerset
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$2,124 - $3,926

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Base Rent$2,124 - $3,926

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Grove at Somerset

500 Bristol BlvdSomerset, NJ 08873
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Voorhees Station I
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Voorhees Station I

853-863 Somerset StSomerset, NJ 08873
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499 Hamilton St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

499 Hamilton St

499 Hamilton StSomerset, NJ 08873
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507 Hamilton St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

507 Hamilton St

507 Hamilton StSomerset, NJ 08873
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Douglass Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Douglass Gardens

462 Hamilton StSomerset, NJ 08873
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$2,150

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931 Edpas Rd, Unit 931

931 Edpas Rd
New BrunswickNJ08901

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Cheapest Available Somerset Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes in the Turnpike East neighborhood priced from $1,700. Premier Properties of New Brunswick in the Turnpike East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Harrison Somerset Apartment HomesSTUDIO SMALLStudio, 1BA$1,700
Premier Properties of New BrunswickStudioStudio, 1BA$1,750
10 Landing Lane1 BR1BR, 1BA$1,800
510 HamiltonStudioStudio, 1BA$1,800
Finchley Gardens1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,824
Somerset ParkAqueduct - 2nd Fl1BR, 1BA$1,850
Easton North ApartmentsOne Bedroom )1BR, 1BA$1,850
Douglass Gardens1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,869
Georgetown Apartments1 Bedroom1BR, 1BA$1,879
Somerset MewsOne Bedroom Standard1BR, 1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ

As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Somerset area is the $1.73 price per square foot 1 Model at 97 Main St in the Canal Crossing neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Somerset 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 apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
97 Main St12BR, 2BA$1.73
Cedar Manor$1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft2BR, 2BA$1.88
Somerset MewsTwo Bed Townhome2BR, 2BA$2.55
Carriage Run Apartments & Townhomes1 BR APARTMENT1BR, 1BA$1.93
The Lofts at MiddlesexVenice1BR, 1.5BA$2.49
Hempstead Gardens$1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR, 1BA$2.14
251 Maple Ave, Unit 251 Maple Ave Apartment D251 Maple Ave2BR, 1BA$2.59
Countryside Apartments1 BED / 1 BATH w Fireplace1BR, 1BA$2.63
10 Landing Lane1 BR1BR, 1BA$2.40
Easton North ApartmentsOne Bedroom )1BR, 1BA$2.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerset Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Somerset?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Somerset is at The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes listed at $1,700.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Somerset Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Somerset Apartment is $1,341 at SoCam 290.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Somerset Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Somerset is starting from $2,030 at SoCam 290.

What is the most affordable Somerset Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Somerset Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Somerset Park and starts from $2,750.

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