
Studio Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ (59 Rentals)


1000 North Ave

803 South

Grove St Apartments

1341 E 2nd St, Unit New Studio apartment

321 E 3rd St

Richmond Tower

2-8 Duer St

808-812 2nd Pl

1411 Bradford St
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500 Watchung Ave

1108 W 3rd St

157-161 E Front St

234 Park Ave

Fanwood Crossings - Phase II

341 Jefferson Avenue

Bldg 1

502 Somerset St

Blair Crescent

413-423 Park Ave
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70 Washington Ave

211 Richmond St

165 Crescent Ave

246-48 E 9th St

424 W Front St

415-417 Somerset St

399-401 North Ave

346-350 Franklin Pl

132-134 E 6th St

120 North Ave
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44-46 Lincoln Pl

418 North Ave

Lovell House

156 Front St

376 North Ave

821-823 2nd Pl

317-323 W 8th St

70-74 Washington Dr

825 Park Ave

300-314 W Front St

547 Park Ave

40 Manning Ave

711-717 Liberty St

900 Watchung Ave

26 Rockview Ave

Cornell Arms

Aspen Gardens

Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes

Frontier Flats

Lauren Place
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watchung?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watchung Studio Apartments | $1,698 | $1,300 | $2,250 |
| Watchung 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,454 | $1,500 | $3,780 |
| Watchung 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,379 | $1,840 | $5,400 |
| Watchung 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,970 | $2,453 | $5,400 |
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Largest Available Watchung and Nearby Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | 613 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| 803 South | D | 585 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
Cheapest Available Watchung and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of January 26, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Watchung, NJ is the Studio Model starting from $1,495 at Grove St Apartments in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. The second most affordable Watchung Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at citivillage @ Plainfield Station starting at $1,850 in the North Edison neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Watchung is currently $1,698. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Watchung:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Grove St Apartments | Studio | $1,495 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,850 |
| 803 South | D | $1,950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Watchung Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Watchung with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Watchung is at Grove St Apartments listed at $1,495.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Watchung Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Watchung is $1,698.
What is the largest available Studio Watchung Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Watchung is a 613 square feet unit starting from $1,850 at citivillage @ Plainfield Station.
What is the average size for Watchung Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Watchung is currently 561 sq ft.
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