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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 General Greene Village Apartment Homes in the Connecticut Farms neighborhood priced from $1,977. Short Hills Village Apartment Homes in the South Mountain neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summit apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
General Greene Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 634 sqft1BR,1BA$1,977
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,999
Haven New ProvidenceA1R1BR,1BA$2,093

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ

As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $1.90 price per square foot 4 BR Model at Art Deco Charm in the Heart of Downtown in the in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the 3 Bed / 2.5 Bath w Loft Townhome Model at Springfield Gardens starting at $4,400 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Wychwood 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.
Art Deco Charm in the Heart of Downtown4 BR4BR,2BA$1.90
Springfield Gardens3 Bed / 2.5 Bath w Loft Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.28
Berkshire Gardens2x1.5-16412BR,1.5BA$2.07
53 Morris Ave53 Morris Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.07
Glenside$2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Classic with Den2BR,2BA$2.57
Spring Gardens II2 Bed, 3 Bath2BR,3BA$2.44
Floral Gardens$2.48/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.48
Spring Mill Manor$2.93/sq.ft. - E1BR,1BA$2.34
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 22389 Mountain Ave2BR,1BA$2.47
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Summit

What type of rentals are currently available in Summit?

There are currently 145 Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,775 to $8,795. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Summit ranging from $1,980 to $15,000.

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 $1,980 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,067.

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 $2,635 to $8,795, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,999 to $5,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,600.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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