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240-242 Washington Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

240-242 Washington Ave

240-242 Washington AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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69-71 Magnolia St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

69-71 Magnolia St

69-71 Magnolia StBelleville, NJ 07109
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property at 17 Elwood Pl

$1,300

1 Bedroom Rentals

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17 Elwood Pl

NewarkNJ07104

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property at 106 N Grove St

$1,395 - $1,695

1 Bedroom Rentals

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106 N Grove St

East OrangeNJ07017

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property at 17-19-19 Dodd St

$1,400 - $1,550

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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17-19-19 Dodd St

BloomfieldNJ07003
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151 N Walnut St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

151 N Walnut St

151 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017

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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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249 Prospect St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

249 Prospect St

249 Prospect StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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802 Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

802 Broadway

802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104
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Grafton Arms
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grafton Arms

76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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17-21 Elwood Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17-21 Elwood Pl

17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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Evelyn Arms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Evelyn Arms

357 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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218 Highland Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

218 Highland Ave

218 Highland AveNewark, NJ 07104
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330 Mount Prospect Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

330 Mount Prospect Ave

330 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Belleville, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Belleville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Belleville, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood priced from $950. Addison Towers in the Lower Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Belleville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Addison Towers402 FStudio,1BA$1,275
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
363 Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belleville, NJ

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belleville area is the $0.88 price per square foot 160 N 16th St Model at 160 N 16th St, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Ward 4 neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Belleville apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Tiffany Manor starting at $2,200 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Forest Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belleville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
160 N 16th St, Unit 2nd floor160 N 16th St2BR,2BA$0.88
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
5 Little St5 Little St4BR,2BA$1.60
48 1/2 3rd St, Unit Multi family48 1/2 3rd St4BR,2BA$1.47
466 Cortlandt St, Unit 2466 Cortlandt St3BR,1BA$1.43
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
180 Jerome Pl, Unit 2180 Jerome Pl2BR,1BA$1.92
283 Clifton Ave, Unit Clifton283 Clifton Ave2BR,1BA$1.90
316 Summer Ave, Unit 3rd FL316 Summer Ave2BR,1BA$1.90
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Belleville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Belleville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Belleville is at Addison Towers listed at $1,275.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Belleville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Belleville Apartment is $950 at Garden Spires Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Belleville is starting from $1,050 at Garden Spires Apartments.

What is the most affordable Belleville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Belleville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Garden Spires Apartments and starts from $1,569.

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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