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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ from $900 (12 Rentals)
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50 Richardson St
New BrunswickNJ08901
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33 Paul Robeson BlvdNew Brunswick, NJ 08901
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702 Leia Ln
Highland ParkNJ08904
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from $1,749Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
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140-1H Montgomery StHighland Park, NJ 08904
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Downtown New Brunswick, New Brunswick, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown New Brunswick Studio Apartments | $2,179 | $1,300 | $2,575 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,407 | $1,100 | $3,481 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $945 | $4,573 |
| Downtown New Brunswick 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,716 | $1,240 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown New Brunswick 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood of New Brunswick, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown New Brunswick Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown New Brunswick area of New Brunswick, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at SoCam290 priced from $1,110. 97-99 Bayard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Downtown New Brunswick apartments for rent in New Brunswick, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoCam290 | AUR | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| 97-99 Bayard | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Highland Montgomery | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,749 |
| The Brunswick | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $2,064 |
| Skyline Tower | 1 Bed / 1 Bath - Small | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Brunswick, NJ
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Brunswick area is the $2.52 price per square foot $2.52/sq.ft. - Townhome B-B1 Model at Legacy Place in the in the Lawrence Brook neighborhood starting from $4,445. The second greatest value Downtown New Brunswick apartment is the Wallworth Model at Merriewold starting at $3,850 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Stelton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown New Brunswick apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Place | $2.52/sq.ft. - Townhome B-B1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.52 |
| Merriewold | Wallworth | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Premier Properties of New Brunswick | 2 bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| The Frederick | $2.98/sq.ft. - 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| Riverside Towers Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom - 1,058 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| The Raye | AD18 | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| The Arbors At Franklin | The Aspen | 3BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| The Edge at Raritan Heights | A03 | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The Park at Franklin | The Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| The George New Brunswick | A1R - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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Getting Around the Downtown New Brunswick Neighborhood in New Brunswick, NJ
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 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 Downtown New Brunswick Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown New Brunswick is under $2,345.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown New Brunswick?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown New Brunswick is SoCam290 which is listed at $1,110, while the average apartment in Downtown New Brunswick costs $4,160.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown New Brunswick?
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 36 regular apartments in Downtown New Brunswick 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 Downtown New Brunswick?
Cheap apartments in Downtown New Brunswick have an average cost of $270 which is $3,890 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown New Brunswick.
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