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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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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Dayna Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dayna Commons

295 Millburn AveMillburn, NJ 07041
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Walker Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Court

45 Morris AveSpringfield, NJ 07081

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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 Spring Gardens in the Benders Corner neighborhood priced from $1,700. Short Hills Gardens in the South Mountain neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summit apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Gardens1 BD1BR,1BA$1,700
Short Hills Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875
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 - 534 sqft1BR,1BA$2,038
510 Millburn Avenue ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,100
Haven New ProvidenceA1R1BR,1BA$2,113
Cardinal Hill1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $2.68 price per square foot $2.68/sq.ft. - Townhome B Model at Providence Place in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $6,000. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Providence Place$2.68/sq.ft. - Townhome B3BR,3BA$2.68
Berkshire Gardens2x1.5-16412BR,1.5BA$2.07
Glenside$2.70/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Grand Corner Loft2BR,2BA$2.70
The Club at Autumn RidgeThe Cypress2BR,2BA$2.30
44 High St44 High St2BR,2BA$2.69
Floral Gardens$2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.57
Spring Mill Manor$2.93/sq.ft. - E1BR,1BA$2.34
Art Deco Charm in the Heart of Downtown1 BR1BR,1BA$2.55
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35
Spring Gardens1 BD1BR,1BA$2.58

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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

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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 $1,700 at Spring Gardens.

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 $2,300 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 Short Hills Club Village and starts from $3,985.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.