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

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Golden Brick
Studio Apartments

Golden Brick

391-401 13th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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421 Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 Central

421 Central AveNewark, NJ 07107
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94 S Munn Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

94 S Munn Ave

94 S Munn AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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Munn Heritage
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Munn Heritage

77 S Munn AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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PLA FOUR 24 LLC
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

PLA FOUR 24 LLC

24 S Grove StEast Orange, NJ 07018

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Fairmount, Newark, NJ Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
The ModernSTUDIO Type AStudio,1BA$1,810
The EssexStudioStudio,1BA$1,845
Union Mill RunWillow Classic1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
222 S 8th St, Unit 2L222 S 8th St4BR,1BA$1.72
203 12th Ave, Unit 1203 12th Ave4BR,1BA$2.08
379 S 20th St, Unit 1R379 S 20th St3BR,1BA$2.09
597 15th Ave, Unit 1597 15th Ave3BR,1BA$2.10
258 S 8th St, Unit 2258 S 8th St3BR,1BA$2.00
123 S Munn Ave, Unit 5N123 S Munn Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
597 15th Ave, Unit 1597 15th Ave3BR,1BA$2.10
618 S Orange Ave, Unit 3618 S Orange Ave3BR,1BA$2.00
81 Whitney St, Unit 181 Whitney St3BR,1BA$1.95
379 S 20th St, Unit 2R379 S 20th St3BR,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fairmount, Newark, NJ

Ranked #17

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

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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