
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Long Branch, NJ from $800 (22 Rentals)
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Pleasure Bay

135 Rockwell Ave

240 LB Elmwood

108 Columbia Ave, Unit 2B

287 Liberty St
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Long Branch, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Long Branch?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Long Branch Studio Apartments | $1,936 | $821 | $2,861 |
Cheap Long Branch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,059 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Long Branch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,776 | $2,395 | $5,815 |
Cheap Long Branch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,576 | $3,100 | $5,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Long Branch, NJ
Pricing Updated: 05/15/2025Current apartment rentals in the Long Branch, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Long Branch Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Long Branch City | $4,623 | $821 | 74 |
Cheapest Available Long Branch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Long Branch, NJ is a Studio unit found at Poplar Village in the Long Branch City neighborhood priced from $821. Ocean Terrace Apartment Homes in the Long Branch City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,930. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Long Branch apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Poplar Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $821 |
Ocean Terrace Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 620 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,930 |
Pleasure Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,939 |
Glen Ellen Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 640 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
Edgewater Gardens Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 690 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Long Branch, NJ
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Long Branch area is the $1.73 price per square foot Renovated Model at Matilda Apartments in the in the Long Branch City neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Long Branch apartment is the 2-Bed 2-Bath Model at The Westwood starting at $3,400 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Jockey Club neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Long Branch apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Matilda Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
The Westwood | 2-Bed 2-Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
Tak House | 2Bedroom 2 Bath + Den | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
130 Morris Ave. | Luxury 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
155 Atlantic Ave, Unit 155 B | 155 Atlantic Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.52 |
108 Columbia Ave, Unit 2B | 108 Columbia Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Edgewater Gardens Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 690 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
Pleasure Bay | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.96 |
Glen Ellen Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 640 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
Ocean Terrace Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 620 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
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Long Branch Overview
An in-demand seaside city located in the welcoming ambiance of Monmouth County, Long Branch is a wonderful option for anyone in the market for a new home in the Garden State. Offering much in the way of welcoming charm and plenty of amenities like shopping and eateries, apartments in Long Branch are flush with good will that only the state of New Jersey can deliver.
Why live in Long Branch, NJ?
From gorgeous sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean to a relaxed ambiance you can feel from your head to your toes, life in Long Branch apartments is prime New Jersey living at its finest. Schools in the city are well-regarded, and area nightlife, retail shopping and restaurants are all top notch. When it comes to cities in New Jersey that consistently make the grade, Long Branch is for sure near the top of the class.
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Getting Around Long Branch, NJ
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Cheap Long Branch Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Long Branch?
The cheapest apartment in Long Branch is Poplar Village which is listed at $1,059, while the average apartment in Long Branch costs $4,623.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Long Branch?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Long Branch that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Long Branch?
Cheap apartments in Long Branch have an average cost of $136 which is $4,487 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Long Branch.
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