
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Surf City, NJ from $600 (49 Rentals)
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Cornerstone at Waretown

Cornerstone at Grassy Hollow

Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals

The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk

Vermont Plaza Apartments

The Willows at Little Egg Harbor

Birchwood at Waretown

600 NoBe at North Beach
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Walnut Bay Apartments

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Jamestowne Village

Ocean Terrace

Village On The Green

Suncrest Village

SilverWoods

MI-Place at the Shore

The Villages at Bey Lea
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206 Washington St

Briar Knoll Apartments

Legion Square Village

Tradewinds at Waretown

Charles Drew Court Apartments

Stafford Preserve
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The Lofts at South Toms River

The Fairways at Bey Lea

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Camelot at Toms River

Universe at Mariners Cove

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Bartlett Landing

Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains

Ocean Breeze (55+)
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52 Scotch Pine Dr

34-38 Main St

16 Pin Oak Ln

469 S Green St

110 Lexington Blvd

799 US-9

65 N Indian Valley Ct

166 E Holly Ln

21 Potomac Ct
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1013 Anchor Way

31 Peggy Ln

34 N Indian Valley Ct

29 Julia Dr
Surf City, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Surf City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surf City Studio Apartments | $1,439 | $1,250 | $2,020 |
| Surf City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $645 | $2,606 |
| Surf City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $771 | $5,633 |
| Surf City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $880 | $3,925 |
| Surf City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Surf City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Surf City, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals priced from $1,202. The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk in the Monroe Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Surf City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,202 |
| The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk | Studio with Ocean View | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Vermont Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| The Willows at Little Egg Harbor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,414 |
| 600 NoBe at North Beach | Bungalow E1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Silver Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
| Jamestowne Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Ocean Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,775 |
| Village On The Green | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,789 |
| Walnut Bay Apartments | 2x1 762sf | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Surf City, NJ and Nearby
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Surf City area is the $1.69 price per square foot $1.69/sq.ft. - Three Bedroom Townhome (End) Model at Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains in the starting from $3,675. The second greatest value Surf City apartment is the Ranch Model at Bartlett Landing starting at $2,425 with a $2.01 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Surf City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains | $1.69/sq.ft. - Three Bedroom Townhome (End) | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.69 |
| Bartlett Landing | Ranch | 2BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Atlantic Heights | Catalina | 2BR,3BA | $2.08 |
| Charles Drew Court Apartments | Townhome | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| The Willows at Little Egg Harbor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 206 Washington St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Ocean Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Briar Knoll Apartments | 1B1B Non-Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Silver Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Surf City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Surf City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Surf City is at The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Surf City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Surf City Apartment is $1,202 at Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Surf City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Surf City is starting from $1,414 at The Willows at Little Egg Harbor.
What is the most affordable Surf City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Surf City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Charles Drew Court Apartments and starts from $2,050.
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