1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Belleville, NJ (479 Rentals)

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69-71 Magnolia St
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69-71 Magnolia St

69-71 Magnolia StBelleville, NJ 07109
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360 Washington Avenue
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360 Washington Avenue

360 Washington AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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Bellcrest Apartments
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Bellcrest Apartments

117 Rutgers StBelleville, NJ 07109
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539 Joralemon Street
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539 Joralemon Street

539 JoralemonBelleville, NJ 07109
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Harrison Gardens
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Harrison Gardens

73 Harrison StBelleville, NJ 07109
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Brighton Gardens
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Brighton Gardens

138 Brighton AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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DeWitt Apartments
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DeWitt Apartments

456 Washington AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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132-134 Mill St
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132-134 Mill St

132-134 Mill StBelleville, NJ 07109

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El Dorado Gardens
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El Dorado Gardens

200-212 Mill StBelleville, NJ 07109
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Watchung Gardens
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Watchung Gardens

40-70 Watchung AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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184-186 Mill St
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184-186 Mill St

184-186 Mill StBelleville, NJ 07109
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Gateway East
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Gateway East

176-178 Washington AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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72 Frederick St
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72 Frederick St

72 Frederick StBelleville, NJ 07109
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27 Church Ter
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27 Church Ter

27 Church TerBelleville, NJ 07109
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68 Mill St
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68 Mill St

68 Mill StBelleville, NJ 07109
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Franklin Manor
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Franklin Manor

608 Mill StBelleville, NJ 07109
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222 William St
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222 William St

222 William StBelleville, NJ 07109
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49 Watchung Ave
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49 Watchung Ave

49 Watchung AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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Terry Lofts
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Terry Lofts

91 Terry StBelleville, NJ 07109
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16-20 Clark Ter
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16-20 Clark Ter

16-20 Clark TerBelleville, NJ 07109

Belleville, NJ Local Guide

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Largest Available Belleville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Belleville, NJ is found at Grove Crossing in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood and is 1,190 square feet priced from $2,750. Ethos Kelsey in the Yantacaw neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 996 square feet and currently listed start at $2,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Belleville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Grove CrossingThe Ashland with Den1,190 Sq Ft$2,750
Ethos KelseyC996 Sq Ft$2,450
227 North WalnutA2980 Sq Ft$2,290
110 Washington1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom923 Sq Ft$2,575
Vermella Lyndhurstvl-a09914 Sq Ft$2,665
209-213 Mount Pleasant Ave1BR1BA910 Sq Ft$2,000
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom900 Sq Ft$1,600
East Gate of Nutley57 E Centre St - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath800 Sq Ft$2,100
Stadium Rose ApartmentsOne Bedroom790 Sq Ft$1,825

Cheapest Available Belleville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 29, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Belleville, NJ is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $950 at Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood. The second most affordable Belleville 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Twin Oaks starting at $1,450 in the Ward 2 neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Belleville is currently $2,465. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Belleville:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$950
The Twin Oaks1BR/1.0BA$1,450
Parkwood Place Apartments1 Bedroom$1,450
11 Ampere Plaza1BR$1,525
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom$1,600

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Belleville Overview

Belleville, which means beautiful town, is a town located in Essex County, New Jersey. It provides easy access to New York, but still has a lower cost of living than New York City itself. Because of this, and the fact that the town has a strong school system, there are many people who are looking for apartments in Belleville, New Jersey. If you are interested in Belleville apartments, take a look at a few of the most important points about the town below. 

Why live in Belleville, NJ?

There are several reasons why people decide to live in Belleville, New Jersey. First, the town provides people with easy access to New York City, but the cost of living is significantly lower in Belleville. Next, the school system in Belleville is also very strong. New Jersey is known for having a strong public school system, which means that everyone has access to a good education. Finally, the area surrounding Belleville also has a lot of employment opportunities. In addition to New York City, there are several other major towns and cities in the surrounding area, which means that people should be able to find a decent job relatively easily. 

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Getting Around Belleville, NJ

Walk Score®

78 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Belleville Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Belleville with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Belleville is at Garden Spires Apartments listed at $950.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Belleville Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Belleville is $2,465.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Belleville Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Belleville is a 1,190 square feet unit starting from $2,750 at Grove Crossing.

What is the average size for Belleville 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Belleville is currently 0 sq ft.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.