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Garden Spires Apartments

Beech Kearny Associates

209 Prospect St
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Parkwood Place Apartments

Addison Towers

177 Bergen Ave, Unit bell pike

12 Elmwood Ave, Unit bl 1

439 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 44

Forest Hill Terrace

Ashland Assoc.

Executive House

16 Irving St
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5 Beaumont Pl

106 N Grove St

87 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 2C

635 Central Ave, Unit Apt#1
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205 Roseville Ave, Unit 2

684 N 5th St

16 Beaumont Pl

185 Watsessing Ave

140 N Walnut St, Unit 3

94 S 10th St

Forest Hill Towers
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Belleville, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Belleville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Belleville Studio Apartments | $2,151 | $1,200 | $7,346 |
Cheap Belleville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $950 | $9,695 |
Cheap Belleville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,974 | $1,050 | $9,943 |
Cheap Belleville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $1,569 | $5,200 |
Cheap Belleville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,272 | $2,400 | $9,500 |
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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. Parkwood Place Apartments in the Lower Broadway 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 Belleville apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Garden Spires Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Addison Towers | 402 B | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belleville, NJ
As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Belleville area is the $1.38 price per square foot 245 Mount Prospect Ave Model at 245 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 1st Floor in the in the Lower Broadway neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Belleville apartment is the 201 Newark Ave Model at 201 Newark Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,000 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Watsessing County Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Belleville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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245 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 245 Mount Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
201 Newark Ave, Unit 1 | 201 Newark Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
433 Washington Ave, Unit 1 | 433 Washington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Garden Spires Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
82 2nd St | 82 2nd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
195 Roseville Ave, Unit 8 | 195 Roseville Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.00 |
446 Summer Ave, Unit 1 | 446 Summer Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.04 |
Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
664 Forest St, Unit 1 | 664 Forest St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
The Twin Oaks | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Parkwood Place Apartments listed at $1,250.
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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