
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmount Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $600 (13 Rentals)
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Fairmount, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairmount?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairmount Studio Apartments | $2,273 | $1,369 | $2,615 |
Fairmount 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $1,300 | $3,775 |
Fairmount 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,105 | $1,695 | $4,100 |
Fairmount 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $1,950 | $3,419 |
Fairmount 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $2,500 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairmount Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Fairmount Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmount area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. The Modern has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,810. Here are the most affordable Fairmount apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
The Modern | STUDIO Type A | Studio,1BA | $1,810 |
The Essex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
Union Mill Run | Willow Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, NJ
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmount area is the $1.72 price per square foot 222 S 8th St Model at 222 S 8th St, Unit 2L in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Fairmount apartment is the 203 12th Ave Model at 203 12th Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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222 S 8th St, Unit 2L | 222 S 8th St | 4BR,1BA | $1.72 |
203 12th Ave, Unit 1 | 203 12th Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.08 |
379 S 20th St, Unit 1R | 379 S 20th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.09 |
597 15th Ave, Unit 1 | 597 15th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
258 S 8th St, Unit 2 | 258 S 8th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
123 S Munn Ave, Unit 5N | 123 S Munn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
597 15th Ave, Unit 1 | 597 15th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
618 S Orange Ave, Unit 3 | 618 S Orange Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
81 Whitney St, Unit 1 | 81 Whitney St | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
379 S 20th St, Unit 2R | 379 S 20th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairmount, Newark, NJ
Ranked #17
Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Fairmount Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairmount Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairmount?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairmount is at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ listed at $1,369.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairmount Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairmount Apartment is $1,467 at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairmount Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairmount is starting from $2,395 at Union Mill Run.
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