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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ from $700 (19 Rentals)
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112 Midland Pl
NewarkNJ07106
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22 Cottage
22 Cottage StSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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56 Prospect StSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Village Apartments of the Jewish Federation
110 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Downtown, Maplewood, NJ Local Guide
Maplewood Avenue at Maplewood center by Leifern is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,228 | $1,600 | $2,725 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,672 | $1,385 | $4,750 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,591 | $1,850 | $6,750 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,896 | $2,300 | $7,025 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,833 | $2,600 | $5,549 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 671 Lincoln priced from $1,399. 130 Mill Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 671 Lincoln | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 130 Mill Rd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 22 Cottage | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Union Mill Run | Willow Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NJ
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.98 price per square foot 10 Housman Ct Model at 10 Housman Ct, Unit Floor 1 in the in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 348 Millburn Ave Model at 348 Millburn Ave, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $3,950 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Housman Ct, Unit Floor 1 | 10 Housman Ct | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| 348 Millburn Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 348 Millburn Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| The Summit | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 465 Valley Street | APARTMENT | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 1793 Springfield Ave, Unit A | 1793 Springfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 40 Brookwood Dr, Unit 3 | 40 Brookwood Dr | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 75 Union Pl, Unit B3 | 75 Union Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 671 Lincoln | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 130 Mill Rd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown, Maplewood, NJ
Delia Bolden Elementary School
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Public School - Grades 3-5 (448)
7 out of 10
Columbia Senior High School
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1930)
5 out of 10
Maplewood Middle School
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (721)
5 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at 22 Cottage listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,399 at 671 Lincoln.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $2,100 at 465 Valley Street.
What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avalon Union and starts from $5,355.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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