
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Vailsburg Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $800 (10 Rentals)
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Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+
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Lower Vailsburg, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Vailsburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lower Vailsburg Studio Apartments | $1,519 | $1,300 | $1,750 |
Lower Vailsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,100 | $2,250 |
Lower Vailsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,105 | $1,650 | $2,950 |
Lower Vailsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,383 | $1,700 | $4,200 |
Lower Vailsburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,450 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Vailsburg Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Lower Vailsburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Vailsburg area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. Nice one bedroom apt in quiet location has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable Lower Vailsburg 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 |
Nice one bedroom apt in quiet location | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Vailsburg, NJ
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Vailsburg area is the $1.48 price per square foot 84 Abinger Plz Model at 84 Abinger Plz, Unit 2L in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Lower Vailsburg apartment is the 63 Plymouth St Model at 63 Plymouth St, Unit Apt.#2- 63 Plymouth st. starting at $2,200 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Vailsburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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84 Abinger Plz, Unit 2L | 84 Abinger Plz | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
63 Plymouth St, Unit Apt.#2- 63 Plymouth st. | 63 Plymouth St | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
38 Columbia Ave, Unit 1 | 38 Columbia Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
259 22nd St, Unit 2 | 259 22nd St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
123 S Munn Ave, Unit 5N | 123 S Munn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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 |
93 Norwood St, Unit 2 | 93 Norwood St | 3BR,1BA | $2.05 |
78 Boylan St, Unit 1F | 78 Boylan St | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLower Vailsburg, Newark, NJ
Ranked #22
Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Lower Vailsburg Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
51 / 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 Lower Vailsburg Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Vailsburg?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Vailsburg is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Vailsburg?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Vailsburg is Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $1,467, while the average apartment in Lower Vailsburg costs $2,550.
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