Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ Under $2,000 (43 Rentals)

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Watchung, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watchung?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Watchung Studio Apartments Under $2000 | $1,735 | $1,495 | $2,150 |
Watchung 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $2,290 | $1,500 | $3,750 |
Watchung 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,063 | $1,840 | $4,900 |
Watchung 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,799 | $2,453 | $5,595 |
Watchung 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $2000 | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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Getting Around Watchung, NJ
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
3 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watchung
How much are Studio apartments in Watchung?
There are currently 59 Studio Apartments in Watchung with rent ranges from $1,495 to $2,150 with an average price of $1,735.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Watchung Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Watchung ranges from $1,500 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,290.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Watchung cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Watchung range from $1,840 to $4,900. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,063.
How expensive are Watchung Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 37 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Watchung on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,453 to $5,595 - averaging $3,799 for the location.
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