Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerson Green Neighborhood of Clayton, NJ from $700 (8 Rentals)
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Emerson Green, Clayton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerson Green?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Emerson Green 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $1,160 | $1,825 |
Emerson Green 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,909 | $1,375 | $2,633 |
Emerson Green 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $1,369 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Emerson Green Neighborhood of Clayton, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Emerson Green Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerson Green area of Clayton, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Hollybush Gardens priced from $1,160. The Willows at Justin Commons has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,369. Here are the most affordable Emerson Green apartments for rent in Clayton, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,160 |
The Willows at Justin Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,369 |
Whitney Crescent Apartments | 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson Green, NJ
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerson Green area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 BR Townhouse Model at Whitney Crescent Apartments in the in the Emerson Green neighborhood starting from $1,613. The second greatest value Emerson Green apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Willows at Justin Commons starting at $1,422 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Emerson Green neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson Green apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Whitney Crescent Apartments | 3 BR Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
The Willows at Justin Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Rustic Village Apartments & Townhomes | One bedroom with Den | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Hollybush Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Poplar Square Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
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Best Local Schools in Emerson Green, Clayton, NJ
Herma S Simmons Elementary School
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Best Local Schools in Emerson Green, Clayton, NJ
Herma S Simmons Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerson Green Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emerson Green?
The cheapest apartment in Emerson Green is Hollybush Gardens which is listed at $1,160, while the average apartment in Emerson Green costs $2,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Emerson Green?
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 7 regular apartments in Emerson Green 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 Emerson Green?
Cheap apartments in Emerson Green have an average cost of $306 which is $2,244 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emerson Green.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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