
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ from $1,300 (20 Rentals)
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Millburn on Main

570 Central Ave, Unit 2

Short Hills Gardens

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149 Main St

Short Hills Village Apartment Homes
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Haven New Providence

Short Hills Terrace

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Mountainview Gardens

Floral Avenue Ventures

226 Morris Ave
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Summit, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Summit Studio Apartments | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
Cheap Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $1,750 | $6,465 |
Cheap Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,749 | $2,635 | $8,495 |
Cheap Summit 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,625 | $5,250 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Summit, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Short Hills Village Apartment Homes in the Downtown neighborhood priced from $1,999. General Greene Village Apartment Homes in the Connecticut Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,117. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summit apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
General Greene Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 534 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,117 |
Mountainview Gardens | $3.06/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Haven New Providence | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $2,193 |
Short Hills Terrace | 1B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,218 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $2.16 price per square foot Birch 2 Bed Townhome with Loft Model at Springfield Gardens in the in the Wychwood neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens starting at $3,400 with a $2.07 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Springfield Gardens | Birch 2 Bed Townhome with Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.16 |
Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
Spring Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
Glenside | $2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Classic with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
Spring Gardens II | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
Floral Gardens | $2.48/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
Spring Mill Manor | $3.23/sq.ft. - E | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
The Cove at Springfield | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
40 Main St, Unit 1 | 40 Main St | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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Best Local Schools in Summit, NJ
Lincoln Hubbard Elementary School
L C Johnson Summit Middle School
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Getting Around Summit, NJ
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,999 at Short Hills Village Apartment Homes.
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 $2,222 at General Greene Village Apartment Homes.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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