Cheap Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
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Spring Gardens Apartments

123-127 Summit Ave

801 Mountain Ave, Unit A

Millburn on Main

Short Hills Gardens

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General Greene Village Apartment Homes

Short Hills Village Apartment Homes

Haven New Providence

Mountainview Gardens

510 Millburn Avenue Apartments

Cardinal Hill

Floral Avenue Ventures

Short Hills Terrace

Short Hills Club Village

Madison Mall Apartments

The Club at Autumn Ridge
Summit, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Summit 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,657 | $1,650 | $8,890 |
Cheap Summit 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,064 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Summit 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,866 | $2,560 | $8,195 |
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Cheapest Available Summit Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Summit, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Mera Commons in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood priced from $1,845. Spring Gardens Apartments in the Benders Corner neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Summit apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mera Commons | 1Br | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
Spring Gardens Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
General Greene Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 634 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,948 |
Short Hills Gardens | 1 Bedroom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Haven New Providence | A2P | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
Cardinal Hill | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Chatham Arms | Fully Renovated 2 bdrm / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Short Hills Club Village | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit, NJ
As of February 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Summit area is the $2.13 price per square foot 2x1.5-1641 Model at Berkshire Gardens in the in the Benders Corner neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Summit apartment is the Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath Model at Spring Hill Apartments starting at $2,845 with a $1.93 price per square foot in the Benders Corner neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Berkshire Gardens | 2x1.5-1641 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
Spring Hill Apartments | Two Bedroom-Townhouse-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Spring Gardens II | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 1 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
Floral Gardens | $2.48/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
570 Central Ave, Unit 2 | 570 Central Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Chatham Arms | Fully Renovated 2 bdrm / 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Short Hills Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Mera Commons | 1Br | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
Spring Gardens Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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Best Local Schools in Summit, NJ
Lincoln Hubbard Elementary School
L C Johnson Summit Middle School
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Getting Around Summit, NJ
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Apartment is $1,845 at Mera Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Summit Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Summit is starting from $2,000 at Spring Gardens Apartments.
What is the most affordable Summit Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Summit Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeside at Briant Park and starts from $3,725.
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