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25 Upland Ave

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Parkwood Gardens

55 Gill Ln
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Metuchen?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Metuchen Studio Apartments | $2,160 | $2,039 | $2,282 |
Cheap Metuchen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,320 | $1,000 | $4,863 |
Cheap Metuchen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $1,530 | $5,778 |
Cheap Metuchen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,149 | $2,655 | $6,930 |
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Cheapest Available Metuchen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Metuchen, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Gardens in the South Edison neighborhood priced from $1,550. Parkwood Gardens in the South Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Metuchen apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lincoln Gardens | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Parkwood Gardens | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Greenfield Gardens | $1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
Millbrook Village North | $3.40/sq.ft. - Birch | Studio,1BA | $1,870 |
Millbrook Village | $2.20/sq.ft. - Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metuchen, NJ
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Metuchen area is the $2.26 price per square foot 2D Model at Regency @ Menlo Park Terrace in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Metuchen apartment is the $1.97/sq.ft. - A Model at Parsonage Hill Village starting at $2,520 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the Fords neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metuchen apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Regency @ Menlo Park Terrace | 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
Parsonage Hill Village | $1.97/sq.ft. - A | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Millbrook Village | $2.46/sq.ft. - Aspen + Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Evergreen Meadows | $2.51/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Den TownHome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.56 |
Greenfield Gardens | $1.95/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
The Kingsley | Jade | 2BR,2BA | $2.89 |
Talmadge Village | $2.90/sq.ft. - The Elm | 3BR,2BA | $2.60 |
Grandview Gardens | Newly Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment Home - Pet ... | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
Parkwood Gardens | 1 BED / 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
25 Hampton St, Unit 2L | 25 Hampton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
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Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metuchen Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Metuchen?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Metuchen is at Millbrook Village North listed at $1,870.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Metuchen Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Metuchen Apartment is $1,550 at Lincoln Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Metuchen Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Metuchen is starting from $2,240 at Greenfield Gardens.
What is the most affordable Metuchen Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Metuchen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Talmadge Village and starts from $2,655.
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