Cheap Apartments for Rent in Essex Fells, NJ from $700 (13 Rentals)

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Verona Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Verona Flats

1 Linn DrVerona, NJ 07044
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Hampshire House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hampshire House

17 Westover AveCaldwell, NJ 07006
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87 Elm Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

87 Elm Rd

87 Elm RdCaldwell, NJ 07006
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24 Wheeler St

MontclairNJ07042

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Essex Fells, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Essex Fells Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex Fells, NJ is a Studio unit found at 48 Roseland Avenue Apartments in the Bel Air neighborhood priced from $1,795. Caldwell Terrace Apartments in the Downtown Verona neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex Fells apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
48 Roseland Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Caldwell Terrace Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
West Gate Apartments of Caldwell1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,000
Carlyle TowersOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$2,055
Chelsea Court1 Bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,070

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex Fells, NJ and Nearby

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex Fells area is the $2.53 price per square foot B5TD Model at Avalon Townhomes Roseland in the in the Bel Air neighborhood starting from $4,231. The second greatest value Essex Fells apartment is the 2Bed / 2 Bath Model at 156 Roseland Ave starting at $2,550 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex Fells apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avalon Townhomes RoselandB5TD2BR,2.5BA$2.53
156 Roseland Ave2Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.82
Linwood Village$2.69/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.71
Parkview Commons Apartments, LLCTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.27
83 Bloomfield Ave, Unit 183 Bloomfield Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
Summit House4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen1BR,1.5BA$2.84
Caldwell Terrace Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.27
Westcourt4.5 Room 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.94
Runnymede Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.55
West Gate Apartments of Caldwell1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Fells Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Fells Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Fells Apartment is $1,950 at Caldwell Terrace Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex Fells is starting from $2,395 at Mary Ann Apartments.

What is the most affordable Essex Fells Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Essex Fells Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Caldwell Village and starts from $2,800.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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