
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South River, NJ (42 Rentals)


Leonardine Gardens

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54 Willett Ave, Unit 13A, Unit 13A

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8 Tice Ave, Unit FL 1, Unit FL 1

33 Obert St

Deer Creek Village

Willett Manor Senior Apartments

53 Jeffries Ave

55 Jackson St

140 Whitehead Ave
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Jackson Manor

112 Whitehead Ave

Riverside Courtyard

South River Landing

Sherwood Court Apartments

56-58 Main St

Willett Gardens

Kensington Place

Legacy Place
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The Edge at Raritan Heights

Gardens At Raritan

The Raye

Camelot at Townelake

Winding Wood Apartments

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Royal Gardens

Taylor Gardens

The Place at Sayreville

Summerhill Gardens Apartments
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112 Longfield Ct

29 Smith St

196 Wycoff Way W

42 Pershing Ave

22 Lake Ave

16 E Kupsch St

Lake Estates

107 Macarthur Ave

Camelot at Townelake

Spotswood Gardens
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South River, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South River Studio Apartments | $2,158 | $1,400 | $2,675 |
South River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,400 | $3,450 |
| South River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,103 | $1,680 | $4,451 |
| South River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,027 | $1,942 | $4,900 |
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Largest Available South River 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South River, NJ is found at Kensington Place in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood and is 1,011 square feet priced from $2,813. Legacy Place has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 986 square feet and currently listed start at $2,790. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South River:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Place | 1-Den-A | 1,011 Sq Ft | $2,813 |
| Legacy Place | $2.73/sq.ft. - Residence A-A4 | 986 Sq Ft | $2,790 |
| Royal Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 915 Sq Ft | $1,974 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom - Renovated | 850 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| Summerhill Gardens Apartments | 1BD, 1BA | 830 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| The Edge at Raritan Heights | A03 | 828 Sq Ft | $2,499 |
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model E - section 1 | 800 Sq Ft | $1,605 |
| Gardens At Raritan | ONE BEDROOM DUPLEX | 798 Sq Ft | $2,220 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 1EH | 770 Sq Ft | $1,715 |
| Taylor Gardens | 1BR | 650 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
Cheapest Available South River 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 05, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South River, NJ is the Model E - section 1 Model starting from $1,605 at Winding Wood Apartments in the Southwood neighborhood. The second most affordable South River 1 Bedroom is the 1BR Model at Taylor Gardens starting at $1,695 in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South River is currently $2,503. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South River:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model E - section 1 | $1,605 |
| Taylor Gardens | 1BR | $1,695 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 1EH | $1,715 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom Deluxe - Renovated | $1,825 |
| Gardens At Raritan | JUNIOR ONE BEDROOM | $1,845 |
| Royal Gardens | 1 Bedroom | $1,974 |
| Kensington Place | 1E | $2,275 |
| Summerhill Gardens Apartments | 1BD, 1BA JR | $2,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South River Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South River Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South River is $2,503.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South River Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South River is a 1,011 square feet unit starting from $2,813 at Kensington Place.
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