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50 Willett AveSouth River, NJ 08882
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Sherwood Court Apartments
61-79 Rubin StSouth River, NJ 08882
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1 Nolan WayEast Brunswick, NJ 08816
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18 Regency Manor DriveNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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Gardens At Raritan
1 Chester CirNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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64 Winding Wood DrSayreville, NJ 08872
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Taylor Gardens
2 Taylor AveEast Brunswick, NJ 08816
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1 Legacy PlEast Brunswick, NJ 08816
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85 Tices LnEast Brunswick, NJ 08816
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Camelot at Townelake
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1000 Vermella DrNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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11 US Highway 1New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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South River, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap South River Studio Apartments | $2,227 | $1,400 | $2,675 |
| Cheap South River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,512 | $1,400 | $3,450 |
| Cheap South River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,123 | $844 | $4,400 |
| Cheap South River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,880 | $1,606 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available South River Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in South River, NJ is a Studio unit found at Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood priced from $1,400. Winding Wood Apartments in the Southwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,605. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South River apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes | THE BRUNSWICK | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model E - section 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
| Taylor Gardens | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 1EH | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom Deluxe - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Gardens At Raritan | JUNIOR ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Royal Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,059 |
| Kensington Place | 1A - Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2,148 |
| Legacy Place | $2.98/sq.ft. - Residence A-S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South River, NJ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the South River area is the $2.03 price per square foot Model B - section 1 Model at Winding Wood Apartments in the in the Southwood neighborhood starting from $2,030. The second greatest value South River apartment is the 2EH Model at Leonardine Gardens starting at $2,300 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Southwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Winding Wood Apartments | Model B - section 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 2EH | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Royal Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Legacy Place | $2.90/sq.ft. - Residence A-A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| The Edge at Raritan Heights | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom Deluxe W/ Washer & Dryer | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Kensington Place | 1A - Bay | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| 8 Tice Ave, Unit FL 1 | 8 Tice Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Taylor Gardens | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes | THE BRUNSWICK | Studio ,1BA | $2.50 |
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (762)
3 out of 10
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (530)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South River Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South River Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South River Apartment is $1,605 at Winding Wood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South River Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South River is starting from $2,020 at Winding Wood Apartments.
What is the most affordable South River Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South River Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kensington Place and starts from $4,137.
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