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Watchung, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Watchung?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watchung 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,196 | $1,850 | $4,000 |
| Watchung 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,553 | $2,500 | $6,500 |
| Watchung 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,920 | $3,300 | $4,500 |
| Watchung 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,900 | $5,900 | $5,900 |
| Watchung 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Watchung Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Watchung, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,650. citivillage @ Plainfield Station in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watchung apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Grove St Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Jade Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ and Nearby
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watchung area is the $1.80 price per square foot 107 W Front St Model at 107 W Front St, Unit 1 in the in the Green Brook Park neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Watchung apartment is the Hawthorn Model at Netherwood Flats starting at $2,675 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Potters neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watchung apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 107 W Front St, Unit 1 | 107 W Front St | 3BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Netherwood Flats | Hawthorn | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 1 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 130 Front St, Unit 3 | 130 Front St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Grove St Apartments | 3 Bed | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Frontier Flats | 1 Bd/1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2 | 468 Watchung Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 68 W End Ave, Unit 2 | 68 W End Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Cypress Gardens | $2.26/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Watchung?
There are currently 209 Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $5,595. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Watchung ranging from $1,250 to $15,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Watchung?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Watchung ranges from $1,250 to $15,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,692.
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