Cheap Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ from $1,300 (37 Rentals)

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Beech Spring Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Beech Spring Village

10-33 Beech StSummit, NJ 07901
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Millburn Mews
1 Bedroom Apartments

Millburn Mews

56 Mechanic StMillburn, NJ 07041
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Carina Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carina Court

627 S Springfield AveSpringfield, NJ 07081
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Walker Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Court

45 Morris AveSpringfield, NJ 07081
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Dayna Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dayna Commons

295 Millburn AveMillburn, NJ 07041
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Summit, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Summit Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Summit, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Millburn on Main in the Connecticut Farms neighborhood priced from $1,625. Short Hills Gardens in the South Mountain neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summit apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Millburn on Main223-229 & 271 - 3 Room 1 Bedroom Below Grade1BR,1BA$1,625
Short Hills Gardens1 Bedroom Junior1BR,1BA$1,775
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,999
Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,000
General Greene Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 634 sqft1BR,1BA$2,037
Cardinal Hill1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,065
Manley CourtOne Bedroom Dining Room1BR,1BA$2,110

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $2.13 price per square foot 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath Model at Spring Hill Apartments starting at $3,050 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the Benders Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Berkshire Gardens2x1.5-16412BR,1.5BA$2.13
Spring Hill ApartmentsTwo Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath2BR,1BA$2.06
Glenside$2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Grand Corner2BR,2BA$2.57
Summit HillTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.62
Springfield Gardens2B42BR,2BA$2.64
The Club at Autumn RidgeThe Birch2BR,2BA$2.22
Floral Gardens$2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.57
570 Central Ave, Unit 2570 Central Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.50
The Cove at SpringfieldOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.37
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Apartment is $1,625 at Millburn on Main.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Summit Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Summit is starting from $2,200 at Murray Hill Gardens: Your Perfect Home Awaits!.

What is the most affordable Summit Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Summit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at COLUMBIA COURT, LLC and starts from $3,595.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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