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Hampton Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampton Gardens

26 James StToms River, NJ 08753
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206 Washington St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

206 Washington St

206 Washington StToms River, NJ 08753
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34-38 Main St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

34-38 Main St

34-38 Main StToms River, NJ 08753
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Emerald Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Apartments

940 Presidential BlvdToms River, NJ 08753

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2208 Mount Carmel Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2208 Mount Carmel Blvd

2208 Mount Carmel BlvdToms River, NJ 08753
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South Toms River, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Toms River Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Toms River, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Cornerstone at Seaside Heights priced from $821. Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,202. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Toms River apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cornerstone at Seaside HeightsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$821
Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,202
Silver Ridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,630
Jamestowne VillageA11BR,1BA$1,695
Walnut Bay Apartments2x1 762sf2BR,1BA$1,800
SilverWoodsTidewaterStudio,1BA$1,820
Hope Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875
Lakeview Place1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,925
Dutchtown Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,925
Toms River ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Toms River, NJ and Nearby

As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Toms River area is the $2.11 price per square foot $2.23/sq.ft. - Layout E Model at Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains in the starting from $2,925. The second greatest value South Toms River apartment is the The Cypress Model at Amber Grove starting at $2,350 with a $1.83 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for South Toms River apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains$2.23/sq.ft. - Layout E2BR,2BA$2.11
Amber GroveThe Cypress2BR,1.5BA$1.83
Hampshire CrossingHampton2BR,2BA$2.03
Paramount Apartments & TownhomesHaven2BR,2BA$2.16
Lakeview Place2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse2BR,2BA$2.43
Silver Ridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.80
Toms River ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.31
Walnut Bay Apartments2x1 762sf2BR,1BA$2.36
Jamestowne VillageA11BR,1BA$2.32
Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.72

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Toms River Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Toms River Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Toms River Apartment is $1,202 at Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Toms River Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Toms River is starting from $821 at Cornerstone at Seaside Heights.

What is the most affordable South Toms River Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Toms River Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hope Gardens Apartments and starts from $2,650.

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