Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Kearny Neighborhood of Kearny, NJ from $800 (29 Rentals)

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209 Mallory Ave

Jersey CityNJ07304
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218-220 Duncan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

218-220 Duncan Ave

218-220 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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80 Lexington Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

80 Lexington Ave

80 Lexington AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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196 Clinton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

196 Clinton Ave

196 Clinton AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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214-220 Duncan Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

214-220 Duncan Ave

214-220 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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2267 John F Kennedy Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2267 John F Kennedy Blvd

2267 John F Kennedy BlvdJersey City, NJ 07304
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304 Ege Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

304 Ege Ave

304 Ege AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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16 Bennett St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16 Bennett St

16 Bennett StJersey City, NJ 07304
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Main St Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Main St Commons

100 Main StNewark, NJ 07105
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South Kearny, Kearny, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Kearny Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Kearny area of Kearny, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Agnes Co-Living priced from $1,605. The Essex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable South Kearny apartments for rent in Kearny, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Agnes Co-LivingPrivate Room with Private Bath B1BR,1BA$1,605
The EssexStudioStudio,1BA$1,745
3 AcresS5Studio,1BA$1,850
Vermella Crossingvc-s1Studio,1BA$1,853

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Kearny, NJ

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Kearny area is the $2.14 price per square foot 11 Wallis Ave Model at 11 Wallis Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Marion neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value South Kearny apartment is the 226A Freeman Ave Model at 226A Freeman Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,700 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Marion neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Kearny apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11 Wallis Ave, Unit 111 Wallis Ave3BR,2BA$2.14
226A Freeman Ave, Unit 3226A Freeman Ave4BR,2BA$2.25
678 Communipaw Ave678 Communipaw AveStudio ,1BA$1.00
Spring Street Commons2B2BR,1BA$2.45
151 Williams Ave, Unit 1L151 Williams Ave2BR,1BA$2.47
208 Nunda Ave, Unit Basement208 Nunda Ave1BR,1BA$1.72
76 Clendenny Ave, Unit 1B 75 Clendenny Ave76 Clendenny Ave1BR,1BA$2.17
664 Forest St, Unit 1664 Forest St2BR,1BA$2.11
623 Bramhall Ave, Unit 3L623 Bramhall Ave2BR,1BA$2.49
168 Delaware Ave, Unit 8168 Delaware Ave2BR,1BA$2.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Kearny, Kearny, NJ

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Kearny, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Kearny Neighborhood in Kearny, NJ

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Kearny Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Kearny?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Kearny is at The Essex listed at $1,745.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Kearny Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Kearny Apartment is $1,555 at The Agnes Co-Living.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Kearny is starting from $2,400 at Spring Street Commons.

What is the most affordable South Kearny Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Kearny Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Agnes and starts from $4,720.

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