Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ from $700 (82 Rentals)

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Hancock House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hancock House

1380 North AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Tudor Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tudor Court

13-25 Pingry PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1100-1127 Sheridan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1100-1127 Sheridan Ave

1100-1127 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1335-1345 Virginia St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1335-1345 Virginia St

1335-1345 Virginia StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Orchard Enclave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Enclave

245-249 Orchard StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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47 Watson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

47 Watson Ave

47 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Clinton House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton House

1254-1262 Clinton PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Lidgerwood Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lidgerwood Manor

514 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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The Continental
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Continental

850 W Grand StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Parker's View
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parker's View

350 Irvington AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Cherry Park Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Park Arms

524-526 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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112 Westfield Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Westfield Ave

112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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701 3rd Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

701 3rd Ave

701 3rd AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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653-663 N Broad St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

653-663 N Broad St

653-663 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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417-427 Cherry St
1 Bedroom Apartments

417-427 Cherry St

417-427 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Rosehill Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosehill Apartments

433 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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North Salem Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Salem Terrace

644 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1141 Hand Place
1 Bedroom Apartments

1141 Hand Place

1141 Hand PlElizabeth, NJ 07201
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Salem Equity
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Equity

610 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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775 N Broad St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

775 N Broad St

775 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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North Cross Towers
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

North Cross Towers

1365 North AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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325 Cherry St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Cherry St

325 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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409-415 Jefferson Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

409-415 Jefferson Ave

409-415 Jefferson AveElizabeth, NJ 07201
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292 Wainwright St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

292 Wainwright St

292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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595 Elizabeth Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Villa Esperanza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Esperanza

311 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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535 Hawthorne Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

535 Hawthorne Ave

535 Hawthorne AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Colonial Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Village

44 Paine AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Paradise Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Paradise Gardens

240 E Westfield AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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111-115 1st Ave
Studio Apartments

111-115 1st Ave

111-115 1st AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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Amsterdam Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Amsterdam Gardens

309 Amsterdam AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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323 Chestnut St
Studio Apartments

323 Chestnut St

323 Chestnut StRoselle, NJ 07203
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336 E Westfield Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

336 E Westfield Ave

336-338 E Westfield AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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Rainbow Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Rainbow Gardens

221-224 W 1st AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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Senior Horizon
1 Bedroom Apartments

Senior Horizon

74 Lexington AveBayonne, NJ 07002
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815-817 Avenue C
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

815-817 Avenue C

815-817 Avenue CBayonne, NJ 07002

Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elizabeth, NJ

Pricing Updated: 04/05/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Elizabeth, NJ area range in price from $1,150 to $4,500 with an overall median price of $3,583. The three Elizabeth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bergen Point at $1,400, Centreville at $1,400, and Constable Hook at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elizabeth Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bergen Point$2,600$1,40032
Centreville$3,200$1,40048
Constable Hook$3,200$1,40055
Peterstown$3,650$1,55020
Union Square$3,650$1,15022
Downtown Elizabeth$3,800$1,1506
Keighry Head$3,800$1,15012
Pamrapo$3,899$1,40046
Elizabeth Port$4,450$1,85011

Cheapest Available Elizabeth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elizabeth, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Senior Horizon in the Bergen Point neighborhood priced from $1,141. Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elizabeth apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Senior Horizon1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,141
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Heritage Estates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Monroe Garden1 BR1BR,1BA$1,500
Edgar GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,550
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ

As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth area is the $0.28 price per square foot 237 Peshine Ave Model at 237 Peshine Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Elizabeth apartment is the 123 Liberty St Model at 123 Liberty St, Unit 2 starting at $1,800 with a $0.36 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elizabeth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
237 Peshine Ave, Unit 2237 Peshine Ave4BR,1BA$0.28
123 Liberty St, Unit 2123 Liberty St2BR,1BA$0.36
28 E Morris Ave, Unit 2nd Flr28 E Morris Ave2BR,1BA$0.88
240 Leslie St, Unit #2nd Floor Unit240 Leslie St4BR,1BA$1.65
729 Linden Ave, Unit 729 Linden #2fl729 Linden Ave3BR,2BA$1.75
516 S Park St, Unit 2516 S Park St3BR,2BA$1.80
303 Amity St, Unit amity 1303 Amity St3BR,1BA$1.80
523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora523 Lidgerwood Ave3BR,2BA$1.93
29 Irving Ave, Unit 2nd fl29 Irving Ave3BR,1BA$1.70
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

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Elizabeth Overview

The fourth largest city in the dynamic state of New Jersey, Elizabeth is a fantastic place to consider for anyone in the market for a new place to call home. Consistently ranked as one of the nation's 'Top 50 Greenest Cities' by the likes of Popular Science, this thriving locale has much to offer prospective new residents.

Why live in Elizabeth, NJ?

Home to one of the busiest ports in the world as well as a number of industries, Elizabeth apartments make an ideal spot to raise a family or pursue a career. From the glass skyscraper-dominated area of Celadon to the working-class hub of the North End, Elizabeth offers a variety of diverse neighborhoods that are sure to please almost every lifestyle.

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Getting Around Elizabeth, NJ

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elizabeth Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elizabeth?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elizabeth is at Sheridan Gardens listed at $1,250.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elizabeth Apartment is $1,141 at Senior Horizon.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elizabeth is starting from $1,480 at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community.

What is the most affordable Elizabeth Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elizabeth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 921-923 Roosevelt St and starts from $2,495.

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