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Carteret, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carteret Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,014
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom- Available 07/01/251BR,1BA$1,875
Woodbridge Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,950
Meridia Lifestyles1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,020
Gateway at CarteretGramercy- 88 Roosevelt1BR,1BA$2,041

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carteret, NJ and Nearby

As of March 25, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
123 Liberty St, Unit 2123 Liberty St2BR,1BA$0.36
Boulevard East2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.77
Waters Edge At Rahway2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.12
Park Square Apartments1 Bedroom & Den1BR,1BA$2.44
The Botanic2H2BR,2BA$2.71
Maple Tree Manor (62+ Community)2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
1700 S Stiles St, Unit B-2061700 S Stiles St2BR,1BA$2.53
Gateway at CarteretGramercy- 88 Roosevelt1BR,1BA$2.62
Bridgeton Apartments1 Bedroom- Available 07/01/251BR,1BA$2.50
49 W Main St49 W Main StStudio ,1BA$2.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carteret

What type of rentals are currently available in Carteret?

There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in Carteret, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,014 to $4,756. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carteret ranging from $1,700 to $6,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carteret?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carteret ranges from $1,700 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,629.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Carteret?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carteret range from $2,500 to $2,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $4,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,500.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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