1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Belleville, NJ (596 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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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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Brighton Gardens
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Brighton Gardens

138 Brighton AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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Harrison Gardens
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Harrison Gardens

73 Harrison StBelleville, NJ 07109
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85 Franklin St
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85 Franklin St

85 Franklin StBelleville, NJ 07109
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155 Franklin Ave
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155 Franklin Ave

155 Franklin AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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120 William St
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120 William St

120 William StBelleville, NJ 07109
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39 Washington St
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39 Washington St

39 Washington 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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72 Frederick St
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72 Frederick St

72 Frederick 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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Watchung Gardens
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Watchung Gardens

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

184-186 Mill StBelleville, NJ 07109

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Largest Available Belleville 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Belleville, NJ is found at Oakes Pond at Bloomfield and is 1,270 square feet priced from $3,075. Grove Crossing in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,190 square feet and currently listed start at $2,746. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Belleville:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Oakes Pond at Bloomfield$2.42/sq.ft. - 1D.21,270 Sq Ft$3,075
Grove CrossingThe Ashland with Den1,190 Sq Ft$2,746
The Modern1BR With Loft B1,121 Sq Ft$2,589
Avalon Bloomfield StationA5D1,007 Sq Ft$2,935
Vermella Lyndhurstvl-a15973 Sq Ft$2,610
110 Washington1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom923 Sq Ft$2,377
East Gate of Nutley57 E Centre St - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath800 Sq Ft$2,100
Ethos KelseyA791 Sq Ft$2,425

Cheapest Available Belleville 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 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 1 Bedroom Model at Parkwood Place Apartments starting at $1,450 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Belleville is currently $2,307. 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
Parkwood Place Apartments1 Bedroom$1,450
11 Ampere Plaza1BR$1,550
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 $2,307.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Belleville is a 1,270 square feet unit starting from $3,075 at Oakes Pond at Bloomfield.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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