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  2. Building Photo - Glenside
    Good Value
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    1 BED
    $2,585+
    2 BEDS
    $3,120+
    3 BEDS
    $4,175+

    Glenside

    2545 US Highway 22, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
    (973) 313-5965
  11. Building Photo - Greenwood Gardens
    Good Value
    1 BED
    $1,600+
    2 BEDS
    $1,940+

    Greenwood Gardens

    1300 Route 22, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
  15. Building Photo - 126 Duer St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    126 Duer St

    126 Duer St, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
  17. Building Photo - 565 Hunter Ave
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,500

    565 Hunter Ave

    565 Hunter Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
  18. Building Photo - 61 Hillcrest Blvd
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,100

    61 Hillcrest Blvd

    61 Hillcrest Blvd, Warren, NJ 07059
  19. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,350
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,350
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,350

    2389 Mountain Ave Unit 2

    2389 Mountain Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
  20. Building Photo - 1943 US-22
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    1943 US-22 Unit 2

    1943 US-22, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
  21. Building Photo - 1832 E 2nd St
    3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,850

    1832 E 2nd St Unit 2Fl

    1832 E 2nd St, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
  23. Building Photo - 10 Hurley Ave
    3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $3,200

    10 Hurley Ave

    10 Hurley Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
  30. Building Photo - 401 US-22
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,800

    401 US-22

    401 US-22, Plainfield, NJ 07060
  36. 1 BED
    $1,825+
    2 BEDS
    $2,195+

    Michael Manor

    802 E Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07062
  37. 1 BED
    $1,850+
    2 BEDS
    $2,195+

    Beacon Village

    750 E Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07062
  40. 1 BED
    $1,835+
    2 BEDS
    $2,290+

    West End Gardens

    450 West End Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
  41. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $1,685+
    2 BEDS
    $2,420+

    Terrace View Gardens

    300-301 Maple Ave, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
  42. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    2 BEDS
    $2,180

    Malcolm Gardens

    450 Little Pl, North Plainfield, NJ 07060
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Watchung at a Glance

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Watchung, NJ Apartments for Rent

Nestled within the scenic Watchung Mountains just 29 miles west of New York City, apartments for rent in Watchung offer residents suburban tranquility with metropolitan accessibility. This charming Somerset County borough, whose name derives from the Lenni Lenape Native Americans meaning "high hills," provides stunning views from its ridge locations, including Watchung Lake and the historic Wetumpka Falls. With an average rent of approximately $2,442 for a one-bedroom apartment, Watchung's location near Interstate 78 and Route 22 puts both NYC and Newark within a 20-40 minute drive.

Watchung's rental market features spacious apartments with generous floor plans, typically offering around 919 square feet for one-bedroom units and over 1,000 square feet for two-bedroom homes. The borough features multiple parks and recreation areas, including the Watchung Reservation and Best Lake, perfect for outdoor activities. Local amenities include the Watchung Square shopping center, while the nearby downtown areas of Warren and Berkeley Heights offer additional dining and shopping options. The combination of natural surroundings, convenient location, and well-maintained properties makes Watchung a sought-after rental destination in Somerset County.

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What are the average rent costs in Watchung, NJ?

The average rent in Watchung, NJ is $2,289.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Watchung, NJ?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Watchung, NJ is $2,289.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Watchung, NJ?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Watchung, NJ is $2,702.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Watchung, NJ?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Watchung, NJ is $2,546.

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