
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Business District Newark, NJ from $1,000 (22 Rentals)
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255-257-257 New Jersey Railroad Ave

161-163-163 Sussex Ave

117 Hudson St

120 Orange St

35 Rutgers Dr

67 Vaughan Dr
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22 Howard Ct

1 Cornerstone Ln

38 Marrow St

12 Krueger Ct

4 Rutgers Dr

141-143 Norfolk St

30 Richmond Street1 - Downstairs Standard
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30 Richmond St

12 Colgate Dr

236 Warren St

37 Howard Ct

216 Matthews Drive

48 Marrow St

48 Marrow Street3 - Master w/ Balcony Walk
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1 Vaughan Dr
Central Business District, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Business District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Business District 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,438 | $1,850 | $3,000 |
Central Business District 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,092 | $2,650 | $3,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Clinton Street Lofts | F Line | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, NJ
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $2.09 price per square foot 16 Grant Ave Model at 16 Grant Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath / 2 Line Model at 91 Halsey Street starting at $2,500 with a $2.01 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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16 Grant Ave, Unit 1 | 16 Grant Ave | 3BR,3BA | $2.09 |
91 Halsey Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath / 2 Line | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
159 Lafayette St, Unit 1 | 159 Lafayette St | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
115Bruen | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
St George | Two Bedroom + Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
300 Harrison Ave, Unit APT1 | 300 Harrison Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
124 Adams St | 215 | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
Teachers Village - 17 William | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
65 Elm St, Unit 3 | 65 Elm St | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
263 Ferry St, Unit 410 | 263 Ferry St | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Business District
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Business District?
There are currently 549 Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $13,043. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Business District ranging from $1,000 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Business District?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Business District ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,127.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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