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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 1 Bed unit found at Westover House in the Downtown Verona neighborhood priced from $1,875. Summit House in the Bel Air neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex Fells apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westover House4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,875
Summit House3Rm 1Bd 1Ba LR Galley Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,895
Parkway East1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,945

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

As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex Fells area is the $1.76 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Greenwich House in the in the Westville neighborhood starting from $4,795. The second greatest value Essex Fells apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 26 Lane Ave starting at $3,950 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Westville 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.
Greenwich HouseTownhouse4BR,3.5BA$1.76
26 Lane Ave2 Bed / 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.50
4 Lane Ave2 Bedroom Townhouse / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.03
11 Highland Ter, Unit A11 Highland Ter3BR,1.5BA$2.70
Linwood Village$2.61/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.63
Verona Place2 BR Available2BR,2BA$2.79
Carlyle TowersOne Bedroom/One Bath Walk-In C1BR,1BA$2.59
Westover House4 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.21
Summit House3Rm 1Bd 1Ba LR Galley Kitchen1BR,1BA$2.37
340 Bloomfield Ave, Unit A340 Bloomfield Ave2BR,1BA$2.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Essex Fells

What type of rentals are currently available in Essex Fells?

There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Essex Fells, NJ with pricing that ranges from $717 to $14,858. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex Fells ranging from $1,950 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essex Fells?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex Fells ranges from $1,950 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,117.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Essex Fells?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Essex Fells range from $808 to $14,858, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

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