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3301 US Highway 22Branchburg, NJ 08876
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Somerset County, NJ Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerset County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset County Studio Apartments | $1,862 | $1,598 | $2,395 |
| Somerset County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,511 | $599 | $8,696 |
| Somerset County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,104 | $710 | $8,900 |
| Somerset County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,637 | $806 | $5,650 |
| Somerset County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,605 | $4,000 | $5,245 |
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Cheapest Available Somerset County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Somerset County, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at North Mountain Ridge in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,695. Meridia Bound Brook 1 in the Canal Crossing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Somerset County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Mountain Ridge | 4 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Meridia Bound Brook 1 | C | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Namotur Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
| Dorchester House | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,726 |
| The Harrison Somerset Apartment Homes | STUDIO LARGE | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Somerset County, NJ
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Somerset County area is the $1.88 price per square foot $1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft Model at Cedar Manor in the starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Somerset County apartment is the Topaz Model at The Franklin at Hillsborough starting at $2,500 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Parkside At Mountain View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Somerset County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Manor | $1.88/sq.ft. - Upper Unit with Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| The Franklin at Hillsborough | Topaz | 1BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 416 E Main St, Unit 3 E | 416 E Main St | 3BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Queens Gate | Berkshire | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Claremont Towers | The Fairmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| The Willows at Orchard Road | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 163 Clinton St | 163 Clinton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2 | 468 Watchung Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 68 W End Ave, Unit 2 | 68 W End Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Austin Realty Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerset County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Somerset County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Somerset County is under $1,760.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Somerset County?
The cheapest apartment in Somerset County is North Mountain Ridge which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Somerset County costs $4,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Somerset County?
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 Somerset County 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 Somerset County?
Cheap apartments in Somerset County have an average cost of $122 which is $4,573 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Somerset County.
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