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property at 301 Arnold Ave

$2,100

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$2,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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301 Arnold Ave

Seaside HeightsNJ08751

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property at 61 Fielder Ave

$2,200

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$2,200

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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61 Fielder Ave, Unit 2ND FL

61 Fielder Ave
Seaside HeightsNJ08751

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property at 230 S Hope Chapel Rd

$2,300

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$2,300

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$2,300

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

230 S Hope Chapel Rd

JacksonNJ08527
property at 259 Joseph St

$2,350

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$2,350

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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259 Joseph St

LavalletteNJ08735

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Toms River, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Toms River, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Toms River, NJ area range in price from $1,550 to $5,661 with an overall median price of $2,772. The three Toms River neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Holiday City Berkeley at $1,800, Holiday Heights at $1,630, and Downtown Toms River at $1,550. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Toms River Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Holiday City Berkeley$2,325$1,8005
Holiday Heights$2,776$1,6303
Downtown Toms River$2,920$1,55020
Holiday City South$2,920$1,55010
Silver Ridge$2,920$1,55015

Cheapest Available Toms River Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Toms River, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Cornerstone at Seaside Heights priced from $1,195. Drum Point Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Toms River apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cornerstone at Seaside HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Drum Point ArmsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
Meadow Green ApartmentsTHE MEADOWS1BR,1BA$1,495
206 Washington St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,550
Silver Ridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,630
Jamestowne VillageA11BR,1BA$1,695
Walnut Bay Apartments2x1 762sf2BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Toms River, NJ

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Toms River area is the $1.83 price per square foot The Cypress Model at Amber Grove in the starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Toms River apartment is the Devonshire II Model at The Fairways at Bey Lea starting at $2,590 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Holiday City South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Toms River apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Amber GroveThe Cypress2BR,1.5BA$1.83
The Fairways at Bey LeaDevonshire II2BR,2BA$2.23
Lakeview Place2 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse2BR,2BA$2.41
Briar Knoll1B1B Renovated1BR,1BA$2.34
Silver Ridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.80
Cornerstone at Seaside HeightsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.03
206 Washington St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.94
Walnut Bay Apartments2x1 762sf2BR,1BA$2.36
Jamestowne VillageA31BR,1BA$2.50
Meadow Green ApartmentsTHE MEADOWS1BR,1BA$2.05

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Toms River

What type of rentals are currently available in Toms River?

There are currently 126 Apartments for Rent in Toms River, NJ with pricing that ranges from $655 to $7,361. There are also 296 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Toms River ranging from $1,350 to $40,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Toms River?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Toms River ranges from $1,350 to $40,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,027.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Toms River?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Toms River range from $760 to $7,361, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $29,970. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,034.

Expert Rental Resources

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.