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

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36 Derwent Ave

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Pine Street Square
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Essex Fells, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex Fells?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Fells Studio Apartments | $2,876 | $1,760 | $7,200 |
| Essex Fells 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,806 | $1,500 | $8,866 |
| Essex Fells 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Essex Fells 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,170 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Roseland Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Caldwell Terrace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| West Gate Apartments of Caldwell | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Carlyle Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,055 |
| Chelsea Court | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Townhomes Roseland | B5TD | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
| 156 Roseland Ave | 2Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Linwood Village | $2.69/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Parkview Commons Apartments, LLC | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| 83 Bloomfield Ave, Unit 1 | 83 Bloomfield Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Summit House | 4Rm 1Bd 1.5Ba DR LR Full Kitchen | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.84 |
| Caldwell Terrace Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Westcourt | 4.5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Runnymede Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| West Gate Apartments of Caldwell | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Getting Around Essex Fells, NJ
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
26 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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