Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ from $500 (10 Rentals)

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Cornell Arms
Studio Apartments

Cornell Arms

735 Park AvePlainfield, NJ 07060
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Stoney Brook Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook Gardens

643-715 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Aspen Gardens
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Gardens

244-256 Orange PlPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Netherwood Pointe
2 Bedroom Apartments

Netherwood Pointe

916-926 South AvePlainfield, NJ 07062
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Plainfield Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Plainfield Village

559-615 E Front StPlainfield, NJ 07060
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Watchung, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Watchung Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Watchung, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $1,625. Michael Manor Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watchung apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,625
Michael Manor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Classic1BR,1BA$1,650
Blair Park Regency Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watchung, NJ and Nearby

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watchung area is the $2.08 price per square foot 2389 Mountain Ave Model at 2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Crestwood neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Watchung apartment is the 3 Bed Model at Grove St Apartments starting at $2,453 with a $2.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Watchung apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 12389 Mountain Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
Grove St Apartments3 Bed3BR,1BA$2.23
319 E 7th St, Unit 30319 E 7th St1BR,1BA$2.23
PF Somerset LLCPF Somerset 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.03
468 Watchung Ave, Unit 2468 Watchung Ave1BR,1BA$2.11
68 W End Ave, Unit 268 W End Ave1BR,1BA$2.11
Austin Realty Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2.04
Cypress Gardens$2.26/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.26
Blair Tudor Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$1.94
Terrace View Gardens$2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom w/ Large Kitchen1BR,1BA$2.26

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Getting Around Watchung, NJ

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watchung Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Watchung?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Watchung is at 803 South listed at $2,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Watchung Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Watchung Apartment is $1,625 at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Watchung Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Watchung is starting from $1,800 at Blair Tudor Apartment Homes.

What is the most affordable Watchung Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Watchung Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grove St Apartments and starts from $2,453.

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