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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Atlantic City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Atlantic City Studio Apartments | $1,440 | $1,150 | $2,030 |
Cheap Atlantic City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,040 | $1,218 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Atlantic City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,786 | $1,034 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Atlantic City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,738 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Atlantic City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,200 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Atlantic City, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Atlantic City, NJ area range in price from $1,034 to $28,000 with an overall median price of $3,540. The three Atlantic City neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Chelsea at $1,400, Chelsea View at $1,034, and Lagoon Island at $1,034. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Atlantic City Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Chelsea | $2,275 | $1,400 | 8 |
Chelsea View | $2,350 | $1,034 | 23 |
Lagoon Island | $2,350 | $1,034 | 38 |
Marina District | $2,350 | $1,034 | 45 |
Westside | $2,350 | $1,034 | 12 |
Duck Town | $2,450 | $1,034 | 57 |
Monroe Park | $2,450 | $1,034 | 57 |
Venice Park | $2,450 | $1,034 | 48 |
Bader Field | $2,500 | $1,034 | 42 |
Chelsea Heights | $2,500 | $1,150 | 10 |
Cheapest Available Atlantic City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Atlantic City, NJ is a Studio unit found at Virginia Arms Apartments in the Chelsea View neighborhood priced from $1,107. The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk in the Monroe Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Atlantic City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Virginia Arms Apartments | Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,107 |
The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk | Studio with Ocean View | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Vermont Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
Chelsea Village | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
The Showboat Residences | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atlantic City, NJ
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Atlantic City area is the $1.96 price per square foot Townhome Model at Charles Drew Court Apartments in the in the Chelsea View neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Atlantic City apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Ocean Terrace starting at $1,825 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Venice Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Atlantic City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Charles Drew Court Apartments | Townhome | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.96 |
Ocean Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
700 N Franklin Blvd, Unit 1603 | 700 N Franklin Blvd, Unit 1603 | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
The Showboat Residences | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,2BA | $1.76 |
1930 Magellan Ave, Unit B | 1930 Magellan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
California Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
Carolina Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Virginia Arms Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
600 NoBe at North Beach | Bungalow E1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
Vermont Plaza Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
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Atlantic City Overview
Perfectly nestled at the southern tip of New Jersey is Atlantic City, a resort city famous for its top of the range casinos, prime real estate, and elegant beaches. Benjamin Franklin famously described the area occupied by Atlantic City as a key tapped on both ends. He was referring to the fact that it's sandwiched between New York to the north and Philadelphia to the west. Due to this unique location, Atlantic City has both New York and Philadelphia cultural influences.
Why live in Atlantic City, NJ?
Atlantic City is family-friendly, kid-friendly, and business-friendly. This means that besides being a great place to live, it is also one of the best places in the United States to invest. For example, in the thriving hotel and entertainment industries. The city is surrounded by world-renowned casino hotels, shopping districts, and museums. It is also the only city in the States which allows free access to all their oceanfront beaches.
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Getting Around Atlantic City, NJ
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Atlantic City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Atlantic City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Atlantic City is under $1,765.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Atlantic City?
The cheapest apartment in Atlantic City is Vermont Plaza Apartments which is listed at $1,320, while the average apartment in Atlantic City costs $3,540.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Atlantic City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 30 regular apartments in Atlantic City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Atlantic City?
Cheap apartments in Atlantic City have an average cost of $248 which is $3,292 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Atlantic City.
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