Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ from $500(208 Rentals)

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91 Mead St
$1,250Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

91 Mead St

Newark, NJ 07106
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177 Seymour Ave
$1,5001 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

177 Seymour Ave

Newark, NJ 07108
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Golden Brick Apartments
from $695Studio Apartments

Golden Brick

391-401 13th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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595 Elizabeth Ave Apartments
from $779Studio Apartments

595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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University Court, Inc. Apartments
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from $7832 Bedroom Apartments

University Court, Inc.

419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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305 Osborne Ter Apartments
from $8001 Bedroom Apartments

305 Osborne Ter

305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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292 Wainwright St Apartments
from $8491 Bedroom Apartments

292 Wainwright St

292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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Pavilion Towers Apartments
from $863Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Towers

108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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129 Chancellor Ave Apartments
from $8891 Bedroom Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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** Rooming House ** Apartments
from $9001 Bedroom Apartments

** Rooming House **

471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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103 Chancellor Apartments
from $925Studio Apartments

103 Chancellor

103 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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223-225 Mount Prospect Ave Apartments
from $950Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

223-225 Mount Prospect Ave

223-225 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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96 Union St Apartments
from $9751 Bedroom Apartments

96 Union St

96 Union StNewark, NJ 07105
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Nyendak Apartments
from $995Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nyendak Apartments

218 Lincoln AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Evelyn Arms Apartments
from $1,000Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Evelyn Arms

357 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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Grafton Arms Apartments
from $1,000Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grafton Arms

76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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17-21 Elwood Pl Apartments
from $1,0001 Bedroom Apartments

17-21 Elwood Pl

17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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218 Highland Ave Apartments
from $1,0001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

218 Highland Ave

218 Highland AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Wainwright Street Arms Apartments
from $1,0501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wainwright Street Arms

214-218 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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60-70 Crawford St Apartments
from $1,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

60-70 Crawford St

60-70 Crawford StNewark, NJ 07102
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330 Mount Prospect Ave Apartments
from $1,1002 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

330 Mount Prospect Ave

330 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Cottage Place Apartments
from $1,1001 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage Place

643 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07102
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343 Schley St Apartments
from $1,1252 Bedroom Apartments

343 Schley St

343 Schley StNewark, NJ 07112
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25 Prospect St Apartments
from $1,1501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25 Prospect St

25 Prospect StNewark, NJ 07105
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Luxury Apartments
from $1,1501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Luxury Apartments

6 Pomona AveNewark, NJ 07112
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32-38 Carteret St Apartments
from $1,1951 Bedroom Apartments

32-38 Carteret St

32-38 Carteret StNewark, NJ 07104
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289 Orange St Apartments
from $1,2001 Bedroom Apartments

289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103
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West Kinney Gardens Apartments
from $1,2351 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

West Kinney Gardens

333 Springfield AveNewark, NJ 07103
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Newark, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newark, NJ

Pricing Updated: 12/22/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Newark, NJ area range in price from $650 to $12,891 with an overall median price of $3,174. The three Newark neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West Side at $695, Upper Irvington at $650, and Lower Vailsburg at $895. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newark Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Side$2,499$69531
Upper Irvington$2,550$650111
Lower Vailsburg$2,600$89544
Upper Vailsburg$2,600$72515
Ward 5$2,647$825194
Fairmount$2,655$695146
Hillcrest$2,755$72599
Ward 4$2,850$695171
Lower Broadway$2,885$725182
Ward 1$2,925$795216

Cheapest Available Newark Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage Estates in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $1,175. Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,209. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newark apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,209
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Heritage House Senior ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ

As of December 22, 2024 the best value apartment in the Newark area is the $0.20 price per square foot 294 21st St Model at 294 21st St, Unit 1 in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Newark apartment is the 291 Tremont Ave Model at 291 Tremont Ave, Unit 2nd floor starting at $2,500 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Bel Air neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newark apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
294 21st St, Unit 1294 21st St3BR,1BA$0.20
291 Tremont Ave, Unit 2nd floor291 Tremont Ave3BR,1BA$1.00
256 Munn Ave, Unit 2R256 Munn Ave3BR,1BA$1.00
104 Sunset Ave, Unit 3F104 Sunset Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
Georgian GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.40
273 S Orange Ave, Unit 273B273 S Orange Ave2BR,1BA$1.45
259 Amherst St, Unit 1259 Amherst St1BR,1BA$1.45
143 Scheerer Ave, Unit 2143 Scheerer Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
345 Irvine Turner Blvd, Unit 1345 Irvine Turner BlvdStudio ,1BA$1.45
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.46

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Newark Overview

Located just eight miles from the excitement of New York City, apartments in Newark have been beckoning east coast residents for decades. Offering a compelling mix of convenience, big city amenities and a solid and ever-growing job market base, this working class New Jersey destination might just be the place you are looking for to call home.

Why live in Newark, NJ?

One of the most dynamic cities in all of New Jersey, rentals in Newark have much to offer. From nightlife to a flourishing job market, this east coast hot spot is a winning combination of industry, public parks and world-class shopping. Families will undoubtedly love the wide range of school options, and the local infrastructure makes travel a breeze. With the Big Apple just a short commute away, Newark apartments make an ideal settlement for many traveling New Yorkers as well.

Newark, NJ
Population: 282,090

Ranked #73

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Newark, NJ

Ranked #645

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Newark, NJ

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newark Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Newark?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Newark is at Heritage Estates listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Newark Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Newark Apartment is $1,209 at Garden Spires Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Newark is starting from $1,450 at Garden Spires Apartments.

What is the most affordable Newark Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Newark Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Garden Spires Apartments and starts from $1,675.

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