
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ from $1,000 (24 Rentals)
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Somerset, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerset?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Somerset Studio Apartments | $2,100 | $1,400 | $2,533 |
Cheap Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,379 | $1,550 | $3,823 |
Cheap Somerset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $2,035 | $6,511 |
Cheap Somerset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,685 | $1,325 | $9,242 |
Cheap Somerset 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Somerset Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Finchley Gardens in the Canal Crossing neighborhood priced from $1,691. The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Finchley Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,691 |
The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes | STUDIO SMALL | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Somerset Park | Delta | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Livingston Gardens | Livingston Gardens - Renovated 1 Bedroom Apart... | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Easton North Apartments | One Bedroom ) | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerset 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 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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8 Robert C Keri Ct, Unit 2 | 8 Robert C Keri Ct | 2BR,1BA | $0.34 |
Cedar Manor | $1.71/sq.ft. - Lower Unit with Basement | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
Premier Properties of New Brunswick | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
Summerfields Lofts | $2.31/sq.ft. - Summerfields 360-One Bedroom Del... | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
10 Landing Lane | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Whitehall Gardens | $2.21/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
Riverbrook Walk | Greenwich | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
137 Livingston Ave, Unit Apt 3 | 137 Livingston Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.40 |
The Lofts at Middlesex | Venice | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.49 |
Somerset Mews | Two Bed - Renovated Kitchen | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
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Getting Around Somerset, NJ
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,690 at Finchley Gardens.
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 $2,200 at Easton North 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 $2,850.
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