Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Camden Neighborhood of Camden, NJ from $1,900 (5 Rentals)

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Downtown Camden, Camden, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Camden Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Camden area of Philadelphia, NJ is a Studio unit found at Umbrella Building priced from $1,155. The Conduit on 2nd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable Downtown Camden apartments for rent in Philadelphia, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Umbrella BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$1,155
The Conduit on 2ndStudioStudio,1BA$1,295
Views of FishtownA11BR,1BA$1,354

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Camden, NJ

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Camden area is the $2.55 price per square foot Two Bedroom Large Terrace Model at 1500 Locust in the in the Center City neighborhood starting from $3,220. The second greatest value Downtown Camden apartment is the One Bedroom N Model at The Poplar starting at $3,070 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Poplar neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Camden apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1500 LocustTwo Bedroom Large Terrace2BR,2BA$2.55
The PoplarOne Bedroom N1BR,1BA$2.62
The National2N122BR,2BA$3.14
The PierreTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.12
The Keystone Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.80
Parkview Towers1 Bdrm 592 Sq Ft1BR,1BA$2.37
Umbrella BuildingStudioStudio ,1BA$2.08
Views of FishtownA21BR,1BA$2.72
Glassworks ApartmentsA6Studio ,1BA$3.01
The Conduit on 2ndStudioStudio ,1BA$2.88

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Camden, Camden, NJ

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Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Camden

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Camden?

There are currently 74 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Camden, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,269 to $24,995. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Camden ranging from $1,950 to $4,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Camden?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Camden ranges from $1,950 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,216.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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There’s always been more to Philadelphia than meets the eye. When I first came here, I saw it as a tough, gritty town.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.