Cheap Homes for Rent near Somerset, NJ from $1,000 (14 Rentals)

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property at 239 New York Ave

$1,000

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$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

239 New York Ave

New BrunswickNJ08901
property at 377 Delavan St

$1,700

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$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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377 Delavan St, Unit 3

377 Delavan St
New BrunswickNJ08901

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property at 20 Livingston Ave

$2,300

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$2,300

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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20 Livingston Ave

New BrunswickNJ08901

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Cheapest Available Somerset Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at SoCam290 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $1,025. The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes in the Turnpike East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SoCam2902X2 Upgraded2BR,2BA$1,025
The Harrison Somerset Apartment HomesSTUDIO SMALLStudio,1BA$1,700
Premier Properties of New BrunswickStudioStudio,1BA$1,750
510 HamiltonStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Somerset MewsOne Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ and Nearby

As of July 23, 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 $1.94/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft Model at Cedar Manor starting at $3,195 with a $1.94 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$1.94/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft2BR,2BA$1.94
The Standard at New BrunswickFulham - 5x5 E35BR,5BA$0.82
251 Maple Ave, Unit 251 Maple Ave Apartment A251 Maple Ave3BR,1BA$2.25
Somerset MewsTwo Bed Townhome2BR,2BA$2.55
Carriage Run Apartments & Townhomes1 BR APARTMENT1BR,1BA$1.93
Birchview GardensOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.84
The Lofts at MiddlesexVenice1BR,1.5BA$2.45
10 Landing Lane1 BR MED1BR,1BA$2.33
SoCam2901X1 Standard1BR,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Somerset

What type of rentals are currently available in Somerset?

There are currently 254 Apartments for Rent in Somerset, NJ with pricing that ranges from $859 to $6,968. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Somerset ranging from $1,000 to $5,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Somerset ranges from $1,000 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,348.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Somerset range from $1,375 to $5,842, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $859.

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