Cheap Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ from $900 (30 Rentals)

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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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510 Hamilton
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

510 Hamilton

510 Hamilton StSomerset, NJ 08875

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Livingston Terrace
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$1,799 - $1,995
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Livingston Terrace

440 Livingston AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Towne Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Oaks Apartments

159 Main StSouth Bound Brook, NJ 08880
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North Brunswick Crescent
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Brunswick Crescent

1000 Crescent CtNorth Brunswick, NJ 08902
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The Hamilton
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hamilton

100 Hamilton StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Bayard Street Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Bayard Street Apartments

99 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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97-99 Bayard
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

97-99 Bayard

97 Bayard StNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Adams Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Adams Place

1 Adams PlNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Century Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Century Apartments

85 Easton AveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Finchley Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Finchley Gardens

203 Main StSouth Bound Brook, NJ 08880
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Somerset, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Somerset Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at SoCam290 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $1,045. Finchley Gardens in the Canal Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,729. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SoCam290AUR1BR,1BA$1,045
Finchley Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,729
The Harrison Somerset Apartment HomesSTUDIO SMALLStudio,1BA$1,750
Premier Properties of New BrunswickStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
Livingston Terrace1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,799
Douglass Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,809
Livingston GardensSpring Breeze Special !!- Ends April 1 !!1BR,1BA$1,825
Georgetown Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,839
Somerset MewsOne Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ

As of March 21, 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 in the Canal Crossing neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Somerset apartment is the $2.14/sq.ft. - TownHome Model at Cedar Manor starting at $4,195 with a $2.31 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$2.14/sq.ft. - TownHome3BR,2.5BA$2.31
Colony House Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Large2BR,2BA$1.57
Summerfields Lofts$2.29/sq.ft. - Summerfields 360-One Bedroom Del...1BR,1BA$2.29
Riverbrook WalkGreenwich2BR,2BA$2.37
The Lofts at MiddlesexVenice1BR,1.5BA$2.42
Somerset MewsTwo Bed - Renovated Kitchen2BR,2BA$2.50
Hempstead Gardens$1.97/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.97
186 Comstock St, Unit 4186 Comstock St2BR,1BA$2.56
65 Main St, Unit 265 Main StStudio ,1BA$2.67

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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 $1,750.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Somerset Apartment is $1,045 at SoCam290.

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 $2,179 at Georgetown Apartments.

What is the most affordable Somerset Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Somerset Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arbors At Franklin and starts from $2,695.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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