Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $800 (17 Rentals)

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Pavilion Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Towers

108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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property at 35 Rutgers Dr

35 Rutgers Dr

NewarkNJ07103
property at 30 Richmond St

30 Richmond St

NewarkNJ07103
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289 Orange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103
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421 Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 Central

421 Central AveNewark, NJ 07107
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property at 1 Vaughan Dr

1 Vaughan Dr

NewarkNJ07103

University Heights, Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Essex priced from $1,745. 24 Jones has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,837. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The EssexStudioStudio,1BA$1,745
24 JonesResidence 19Studio,1BA$1,837
42-48 Norfolk St1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,900
50-56 Norfolk St1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,950
Newark UrbyM21BR,1BA$1,960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, NJ

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $2.89 price per square foot A2B8 Model at Harrison Yards in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,735. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom Model at Walker House starting at $2,611 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Harrison YardsA2B82BR,2BA$2.89
Walker House2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$2.41
134-142 Sussex Ave2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$2.23
Envy by Gomes1BD 1BA W Den1BR,1BA$2.94
The Unity2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.62
160-164 University Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$3.23
42-48 Norfolk St1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$2.55
15 N 7th St, Unit 115 N 7th St1BR,1BA$2.29
Arbol by Gomes1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$3.48
50-56 Norfolk St1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$3.28

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, Newark, NJ

Ranked #1

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 University Heights Neighborhood in Newark, NJ

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

80 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at The Essex listed at $1,745.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $1,900 at 42-48 Norfolk St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $2,100 at 134-142 Sussex Ave.

What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 160-164 University Ave and starts from $2,570.

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