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240-242 Washington Ave
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240-242 Washington Ave

240-242 Washington AveBelleville, NJ 07109
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69-71 Magnolia St
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69-71 Magnolia StBelleville, NJ 07109
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property at 185 S 11th St

$1,450 - $2,100

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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185 S 11th St

NewarkNJ07107

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property at 762 Forest St

$1,600 - $1,900

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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762 Forest St

KearnyNJ07032

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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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
65-67 4th Avenue1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,269
363 Park AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,375
Forest Hill TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Belleville, NJ

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Belleville area is the $0.30 price per square foot 17 Norfolk St Model at 17 Norfolk St in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Belleville apartment is the 534 Kearny Ave Model at 534 Kearny Ave, Unit 1L starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Arlington 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.
17 Norfolk St17 Norfolk St3BR,2BA$0.30
534 Kearny Ave, Unit 1L534 Kearny Ave2BR,1BA$0.21
167 Davis Ave, Unit 2167 Davis Ave1BR,1BA$0.37
96 S 12th St, Unit 396 S 12th St3BR,2BA$0.62
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
175-177 Manchester Pl, Unit Fl2175-177 Manchester Pl3BR,2BA$1.22
171 N 17th St, Unit UNIT 2171 N 17th St3BR,2BA$1.75
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
153 S Grove St, Unit Grove Street153 S Grove St1BR,1BA$1.50
123 Highland Ave, Unit 1st Floor123 Highland Ave3BR,1BA$1.70

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 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.

Expert Rental Resources

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