
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Somerville, NJ from $1,300 (12 Rentals)
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Dorchester House

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Crossings Raritan

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Somerville, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Somerville Studio Apartments | $2,022 | $1,800 | $2,300 |
| Cheap Somerville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,479 | $1,300 | $5,324 |
| Cheap Somerville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $1,558 | $4,058 |
| Cheap Somerville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,648 | $2,750 | $4,895 |
| Cheap Somerville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,557 | $4,195 | $4,795 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Somerville, NJ
Pricing Updated: 03/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Somerville, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Somerville Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Somerville | $3,605 | $1,653 | 72 |
Cheapest Available Somerville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerville, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Dorchester House in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood priced from $1,653. Namotur Apartment Homes in the Downtown Somerville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester House | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,653 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Crossings Raritan | S04 | Studio,1BA | $1,885 |
| Brookside | St. Charles Classic | 2BR,1BA | $2,017 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerville, NJ
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Somerville area is the $2.45 price per square foot Three Bedroom Luxury Townhomes Model at North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals in the starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Somerville apartment is the $2.26/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe Model at Stone Bridge at Raritan starting at $3,195 with a $2.12 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals | Three Bedroom Luxury Townhomes | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.45 |
| Stone Bridge at Raritan | $2.26/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Fairway 28 | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $1.87 |
| Bridgewater Oaks | 2br 1.5ba | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.35 |
| Kirby Village | Douglass 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| South Bridge Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 43 1st Ave, Unit 4 | 43 1st Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Somerville Parc | The Columbia | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Bridgewater Court | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| 10 Anderson St, Unit 1 | 10 Anderson St | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Somerville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Somerville Apartment is $1,653 at Dorchester House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Somerville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Somerville is starting from $2,017 at Brookside.
What is the most affordable Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Somerville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mount Pleasant Villas and starts from $2,872.
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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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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