
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Spotswood, NJ from $1,200 (48 Rentals)
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289 Main St

Maher Manor Senior Living

Brentwood Gardens

The Place at Sayreville

Brooklawn Gardens

Nieuw Amsterdam Village

Winding Wood Apartments

132 S Main St
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Leonardine Gardens

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Glenwood Apartments

Taylor Gardens

Madison Gardens

Stratford Apartments

Madison Arms

Village Green Living

The Enclave 55+
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Old Bridge Town Center

Claridge Court Apartments

Hadley Woods

Wyndmoor Apartments

Legacy Place

Camelot at Townelake

Presidential Estates

Country Living at Mapleview

Lofts at Monroe Parke
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Lofts at Helmetta

15 High St

2509 Candlelight Ct

Vermella East Brunswick

Amaranth at North Brunswick, LLC

Kensington Place

Cranbury Crossing Apartment Homes

Summerhill Gardens Apartments

Renaissance Properties
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99 Bridge

Royal Pines (55+)

244 Crosspointe Dr

14 Lear Ct

46 Lear Ct

268 Crosspointe Dr

Royal Gardens

16 Lake Ave

54 Lear Ct
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Camelot at Townelake

1101 Stoneridge Cir

246 Crosspointe Dr
Spotswood, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spotswood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spotswood Studio Apartments | $2,177 | $1,760 | $2,555 |
| Spotswood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $1,299 | $3,350 |
| Spotswood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $1,541 | $3,885 |
| Spotswood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,763 | $1,942 | $4,725 |
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Cheapest Available Spotswood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spotswood, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Maher Manor Senior Living in the Browntown neighborhood priced from $1,299. Brooklawn Gardens in the Madison Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spotswood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model E - section 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
| 132 S Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 1EH | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Glenwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,760 |
| Taylor Gardens | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Madison Gardens | 1 BEDROOM DISHWASHER | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom - Renovated/ WD/ DW | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Enclave 55+ | Residence A8 | 1BR,1BA | $1,920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spotswood, NJ
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spotswood area is the $2.34 price per square foot Cypress I Model at Woodhaven Commons in the in the Browntown neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Spotswood apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at North Village Apartments starting at $2,342 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Farrington Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Spotswood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhaven Commons | Cypress I | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| North Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| The Villas at Glenwood | B1M2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Presidential Estates | FAMILY | 3BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model B - section 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 2EH | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Royal Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Madison Gardens | 1 BEDROOM DISHWASHER | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 132 S Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Best Local Schools in Spotswood, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spotswood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Spotswood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Spotswood is at Glenwood Apartments listed at $1,760.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spotswood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spotswood Apartment is $1,299 at Maher Manor Senior Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Spotswood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Spotswood is starting from $1,541 at Maher Manor Senior Living.
What is the most affordable Spotswood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spotswood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Presidential Estates and starts from $2,700.
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