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Apartments for Rent in New Jersey under $500

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Apartments for Rent in New Jersey under $500. 24 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a couch and chairs
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    348 Duncan Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    4 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a dining room with tables and chairs
    285
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    601 Chamberlain Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table and a television
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    230 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, NJ 07661
    1 BED $417+
  • a row of houses on the corner of a street
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    420 North Broadway, Pitman, NJ 08071
    STUDIO $200
  • a large brick building with a sign in front of it
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    175 Washington Avenue, Dumont, NJ 07628
    STUDIO $500
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  • an aerial view of the city in the
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    2-4 South West Boulevard, Newfield, NJ 08344
    STUDIO $500
  • a man riding a bike down a street in front of a house
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    124 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ 07042
    STUDIO $350
  • The image features a stylized letter "C" intertwined with the word "ÉCLAT.".
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    810 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226
    STUDIO $450
  • a green logo with the word community investors strategies
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    1 day ago

    1100 Tanyard Oaks Court, Sewell, NJ 08080
    1 BED $424+
  • a playground with a slide and other playground equipment in front of apartments
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    1 day ago

    1 Oaks Drive, Suite 300, Woolwich Twp, NJ 08085
    1 BED $451+
  • a solo nails store with a balcony on top of a building
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    1 day ago

    4925 Bergenline Avenue, West New York, NJ 07093
    STUDIO $354+
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  • A stone house with a white door and a welcome mat.
    1 day ago

    18 Frederick Street- Garage, Waldwick, NJ 07463
    STUDIO $1
  • a white building on the corner of a street
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    1 day ago

    715 Hamburg Turnpike, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
    STUDIO $200+
  • A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, and a mirror on the wall.
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    900 Herrontown Road, Princeton, NJ 08540
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • an aerial view of the city in the
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    404 Hollywood Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
    4 BEDS $1
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in New Jersey last updated?

Prices and availability in New Jersey were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in New Jersey?

The best apartments in New Jersey are: DVORA Art House, DVORA 109 C. COLUMBUS, The Austin Apartment Homes, 366 Westside and BRT LLC - 333 Fairmount Ave.

What type of rental buildings are in New Jersey?

In New Jersey 36% of the housing is rented out compared to 64% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 18% of New Jersey’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 69% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 12% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in New Jersey under $500

There’s more than one way to spend $500 on rent in New Jersey, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $500 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $500 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in New Jersey. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 15 apartments for rent below $500 in New Jersey for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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