
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Surf City, NJ from $500 (41 Rentals)
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Heritage Village at Seabreeze 55+ Community

Cornerstone at Barnegat

Cornerstone at Seaside Heights

Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals

The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk

Vermont Plaza Apartments

Birchwood at Waretown
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206 Washington St

600 NoBe at North Beach

Walnut Bay Apartments

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Jamestowne Village

The Willows at Little Egg Harbor

Ocean Terrace

Suncrest Village
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SilverWoods

Village On The Green

Terrace Gardens

Atlantic Heights

The Villages at Bey Lea

MI-Place at the Shore

Briar Knoll Apartments

Legion Square Village
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Tradewinds at Waretown

Stafford Preserve

Green Meadows at Pleasant Plains

Charles Drew Court Apartments

Toms River Apartments

The Lofts at South Toms River

Camelot at Toms River

Cornerstone at Waretown
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Cornerstone at Grassy Hollow

Ocean Breeze (55+)

26 W Oceanview Dr

52 Scotch Pine Dr

34-38 Main St

16 Pin Oak Ln

799 US-9

12 Timberline Dr
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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 | $1,950 | $645 | $2,706 |
| Surf City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $771 | $5,661 |
| Surf City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,797 | $594 | $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 Cornerstone at Seaside Heights priced from $1,195. Birchwood at Whiting 55+ Rentals has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,202. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Surf City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone at Seaside Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 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 |
| 206 Washington St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 600 NoBe at North Beach | Bungalow E1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Silver Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
| Jamestowne Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Willows at Little Egg Harbor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,714 |
| Ocean Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Surf City, NJ and Nearby
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Surf City area is the $1.76 price per square foot A1 Model at RAVEN'S NEST in the starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Surf City apartment is the Ranch Model at Bartlett Landing starting at $2,449 with a $2.03 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAVEN'S NEST | A1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Bartlett Landing | Ranch | 2BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| Charles Drew Court Apartments | Townhome | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| The Willows at Little Egg Harbor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Village On The Green | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| Ocean Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Silver Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Cornerstone at Seaside Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 206 Washington St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 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 $1,195 at Cornerstone at Seaside Heights.
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 $1,714 at The Willows at Little Egg Harbor.
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