268 Crosspointe Dr
East BrunswickNJ08816
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SpotswoodNJ08884
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SayrevilleNJ08872
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East BrunswickNJ08816
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20 Lake Ave
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297 Cozzens Ct
East BrunswickNJ08816
16 Ayres Ct
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South River, NJ Local Guide
View south along Main Street by Famartin is licensed under CC BY 4.0
How much does it cost to rent a home in South River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South River 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,785 | $1,950 | $3,375 |
| South River 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,425 | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| South River 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,910 | $3,000 | $4,700 |
| South River 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,300 | $3,800 | $6,800 |
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Cheapest Available South River Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in South River, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Winding Wood Apartments in the Jamesburg Park neighborhood priced from $1,605. Leonardine Gardens in the Country Lane neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South River apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model E - section 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 1EH | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Taylor Gardens | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Gardens At Raritan | BRUNSWICK | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom - Renovated w/ W&D | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South River, NJ and Nearby
As of May 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the South River area is the $2.69 price per square foot $2.73/sq.ft. - Residence D-B3 Model at Legacy Place in the in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood starting from $3,305. The second greatest value South River apartment is the THE MANOR Model at Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes starting at $2,700 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the South Edison 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Place | $2.73/sq.ft. - Residence D-B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Raritan Crossing Apartment Homes | THE MANOR | 3BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| The Edge at Raritan Heights | B03 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
| Camelot at Townelake | Dristen | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 2EH | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Royal Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model E - section 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| 56 Willett Ave, Unit 11A | 56 Willett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom - Renovated w/ W&D | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Taylor Gardens | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South River?
There are currently 54 Apartments for Rent in South River, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,238 to $5,000. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South River ranging from $1,900 to $6,800.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South River ranges from $1,900 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,491.
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