Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ from $500 (48 Rentals)

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Cornell Arms
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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955F East Front Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

955F East Front Street

903-1005 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07062
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730-734 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

730-734 Park Ave

730-734 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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1024-1034 South Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1024-1034 South Ave

1024-1034 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Stoney Brook Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook Gardens

643-715 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Aspen Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Gardens

244-256 Orange PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Netherwood Pointe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Netherwood Pointe

916-926 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Plainfield Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

559-615 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Malcolm Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Malcolm Gardens

450 Little PlNorth Plainfield, NJ 07060
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Terrace View Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace View Gardens

300-301 Maple AveNorth Plainfield, NJ 07060
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Ella Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ella Gardens

419 Plainfield AveBerkeley Heights, NJ 07922
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Scotch Plains Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Scotch Plains Gardens

390 E Front StScotch Plains, NJ 07076
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Oakwood Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Gardens

124 E 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Birchwood Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood Gardens

1332-1338 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Jade Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jade Apartments

821 Central AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Fernwood Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fernwood Gardens

831-915 W 7th StPlainfield, NJ 07063
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West End Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West End Gardens

450 West End AveNorth Plainfield, NJ 07060
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116 Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

116 Lofts

116 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Plainfield Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Apartments

408 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Watchung, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watchung Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Watchung, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Horizons At Plainfield in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,208. Grove Street Apartments in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watchung apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Horizons At Plainfield1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,208
Grove Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
Park Edge1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,600
Malcolm Gardens$2.25/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,655
Kingsley Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695
Terrace View Gardens$2.12/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,695
Scotch Plains Gardens$2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,720
Beacon Village1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750
538 W 7th St1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ

As of March 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watchung area is the $1.60 price per square foot 60 Summit Ave Model at 60 Summit Ave, Unit 60 Summit 4 BR in the in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Watchung apartment is the 227 Muhlenberg Pl Model at 227 Muhlenberg Pl, Unit 1L starting at $2,400 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watchung apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
60 Summit Ave, Unit 60 Summit 4 BR60 Summit Ave4BR,1.5BA$1.60
227 Muhlenberg Pl, Unit 1L227 Muhlenberg Pl2BR,1BA$1.33
111 Sycamore Ave, Unit 3111 Sycamore Ave2BR,1BA$1.52
130 Front St, Unit 3130 Front St2BR,1BA$1.92
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 12389 Mountain Ave3BR,1BA$2.08
Oakwood Gardens2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.15
468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2468 Watchung Ave1BR,1BA$2.11
Scotch Plains Gardens$2.07/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.07
West End Gardens$2.21/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
Horizons At Plainfield1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.04

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watchung Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watchung?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watchung is at Grove St Apartments listed at $1,495.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watchung Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watchung Apartment is $1,208 at Horizons At Plainfield.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watchung Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watchung is starting from $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.

What is the most affordable Watchung Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Watchung Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 824-826 George Street and starts from $3,150.

Expert Rental Resources

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.