
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Spotswood, NJ from $1,200 (42 Rentals)
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10 Nicholas Ct

Renovated Apartment Available

289 Main St

Maher Manor Senior Living

Brentwood Gardens

The Place at Sayreville

Brooklawn Gardens
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Glenwood Apartments

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Nieuw Amsterdam Village

Taylor Gardens

Leonardine Gardens

North Village Apartments

Madison Gardens

Village Green Living
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Stratford Apartments

Madison Arms

The Enclave 55+

Lofts at Helmetta

Claridge Court Apartments

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8 Tice Ave, Unit FL 1, Unit FL 1

Wyndmoor Apartments

Hadley Woods
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Legacy Place

Amaranth at North Brunswick, LLC

Royal Gardens

Presidential Estates

Lofts at Monroe Parke

Camelot at Townelake

Cranbury Crossing Apartment Homes

Kensington Place
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Country Living at Mapleview

Summerhill Gardens Apartments

132 S Main St

Royal Pines (55+)

196 Wycoff Way W

Camelot at Townelake

1909 Tanglewood Ct

1109 Stoneridge Cir
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22 Lake Ave

216 Blew Ct
Spotswood, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spotswood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Spotswood Studio Apartments | $2,122 | $1,600 | $2,555 |
| Cheap Spotswood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,299 | $2,900 |
| Cheap Spotswood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $1,541 | $4,195 |
| Cheap Spotswood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,614 | $1,942 | $4,545 |
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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 $1,595. 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 | $1,595 |
| Glenwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model E - section 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,605 |
| Nieuw Amsterdam Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| Taylor Gardens | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 1EH | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| North Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Madison Gardens | 1 BEDROOM DISHWASHER | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Village Green Living | One Bedroom Deluxe - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spotswood, NJ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spotswood area is the $2.03 price per square foot 2 BD Model at Old Bridge Town Center in the in the Browntown neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Spotswood apartment is the Cypress I Model at Woodhaven Commons starting at $2,900 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Browntown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Bridge Town Center | 2 BD | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Woodhaven Commons | Cypress I | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| North Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Winding Wood Apartments | Model B - section 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Leonardine Gardens | 2EH | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Amaranth at North Brunswick, LLC | Magnolia 1b1b+d | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Royal Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Wyndmoor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Madison Gardens | 2 BEDROOM LUX | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Maher Manor Senior Living | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
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Best Local Schools in Spotswood, NJ
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Spotswood Memorial School
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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 $1,600.
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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