
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $800 (19 Rentals)
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Parkwood Place Apartments

Addison Towers

Forest Hill Terrace

Forest Hill Towers

439 Mt Prospect Ave
Forest Hill, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Forest Hill Studio Apartments | $2,103 | $1,250 | $2,750 |
Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $800 | $3,675 |
Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $1,750 | $7,575 |
Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $2,100 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Forest Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hill area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Place Apartments priced from $1,250. Forest Hill Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Forest Hill Terrace | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Forest Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
The Essex | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, NJ
As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill area is the $0.88 price per square foot 317 Summer Ave Model at 317 Summer Ave, Unit Floor 1 in the in the Lower Broadway neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Forest Hill apartment is the 29 Taylor St Model at 29 Taylor St, Unit 2 starting at $3,000 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Lower Broadway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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317 Summer Ave, Unit Floor 1 | 317 Summer Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.88 |
29 Taylor St, Unit 2 | 29 Taylor St | 5BR,2BA | $2.14 |
691 N 6th St, Unit 2 | 691 N 6th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Addison Towers | 380 D Balcony & NYC View | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
446 Summer Ave, Unit 1 | 446 Summer Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.04 |
320 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 7 | 320 Mount Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
79 Broad St, Unit 22 | 79 Broad St | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
79 Broad St, Unit 22 | 79 Broad St | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
132 Wakeman Ave, Unit 2 | 132 Wakeman Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Getting Around the Forest Hill Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
65 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Hill is at Parkwood Place Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hill Apartment is $1,450 at Parkwood Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Hill is starting from $1,750 at Parkwood Place Apartments.
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