Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carteret, NJ from $700 (11 Rentals)
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Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)

73-75-75 Woodbridge Ave

Heritage Village at Rosegate, 55+ Community
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carteret?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Carteret Studio Apartments | $2,179 | $1,050 | $3,627 |
Cheap Carteret 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,444 | $1,014 | $4,061 |
Cheap Carteret 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,771 | $1,540 | $4,756 |
Cheap Carteret 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,628 | $2,500 | $2,800 |
Cheap Carteret 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $2,500 | $3,695 |
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Cheapest Available Carteret Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carteret, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) in the Westbury neighborhood priced from $1,014. Bridgeton Apartments in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carteret apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
Bridgeton Apartments | 1 Bedroom- Available 07/01/25 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Woodbridge Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Meridia Lifestyles | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,020 |
Gateway at Carteret | Gramercy- 88 Roosevelt | 1BR,1BA | $2,041 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carteret, NJ
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carteret area is the $0.36 price per square foot 123 Liberty St Model at 123 Liberty St, Unit 2 in the starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Carteret apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Boulevard East starting at $2,500 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Woodbridge Proper neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carteret apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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123 Liberty St, Unit 2 | 123 Liberty St | 2BR,1BA | $0.36 |
Boulevard East | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.77 |
Park Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom & Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
The Botanic | 2H | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
1700 S Stiles St, Unit B-206 | 1700 S Stiles St | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Meridia Lafayette Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Gateway at Carteret | Gramercy- 88 Roosevelt | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Bridgeton Apartments | 1 Bedroom- Available 07/01/25 | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
49 W Main St | 49 W Main St | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
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Getting Around Carteret, NJ
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carteret Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carteret?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carteret is at The Mint listed at $2,129.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carteret Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carteret Apartment is $1,014 at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carteret Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carteret is starting from $1,540 at Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community).
What is the most affordable Carteret Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carteret Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $2,500.
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