Cheap Homes for Rent in Summit, NJ from $2,200 (7 Rentals)

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property at 390 Morris Ave
$2,200

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Base Rent$2,200

Total Monthly Price$2,200
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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390 Morris Ave

SummitNJ07901
property at 49 Caldwell Pl
$2,375 - $4,000
2 To 5 Bedroom Rentals
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49 Caldwell Pl

SpringfieldNJ07081

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property at 24B Heritage Dr
$2,600

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Base Rent$2,600

Total Monthly Price$2,600
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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24B Heritage Dr

Chatham TownshipNJ07928

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. Haven New Providence in the Benders Corner neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,884. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summit apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Gardens1 BD1BR,1BA$1,700
Haven New ProvidenceA11BR,1BA$1,884
Short Hills Gardens1 Bedroom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ

As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $2.58 price per square foot $2.61/sq.ft. - Residence 3B Model at Providence Place in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens starting at $3,750 with a $2.29 price per square foot in the South Hills Park Historic District 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$2.61/sq.ft. - Residence 3B3BR,2BA$2.58
Berkshire Gardens2x1.5-16412BR,1.5BA$2.29
Glenside$2.55/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom with Den and Loft2BR,2BA$2.55
Floral Gardens$2.27/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom - Deluxe2BR,1BA$2.27
The Cove at SpringfieldTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.48
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 12389 Mountain Ave2BR,1BA$1.67
The Club at Autumn RidgeThe Birch2BR,2BA$2.32
Summit HillOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.59
Spring Gardens1 BD1BR,1BA$2.58

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Frequently Asked Questions about Summit

What type of rentals are currently available in Summit?

There are currently 146 Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $9,195. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Summit ranging from $2,200 to $11,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Summit?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Summit ranges from $2,200 to $11,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,020.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Summit?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Summit range from $2,875 to $9,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $6,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,850.

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