
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dover, NJ from $1,600 (37 Rentals)
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Dover Hills Apartments

69 Fox Hill Dr

69 King St

Meridia Transit Plaza

80East

93 Park Heights Ave

376 E Blackwell St

One Thompson Avenue
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15 Meridia

73 Roosevelt Ave

Country Village

Clinton Manor Arms Apartments

672 Mt Hope Ave

171 US-46

Brentwood Gardens

Gateways at Randolph

Randolph Village
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Center Grove Village

Quaker Village

The View At Mine Hill

Rustic Ridge

Avalon Wharton

10 N. Main

47 Wall St

Boulders at Rockaway

Irondale at Wharton Apartments
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Valley Ridge on West Main

Crestview Gardens

30 Maple Ave

320 S Main St

Rockaway Gardens Apartments

52 Schoolhouse Rd

15 Diamond Dr

680 NJ-15

96 Baker Ave
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35 N Hillside Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dover?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dover Studio Apartments | $2,235 | $2,160 | $2,310 |
| Cheap Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,235 | $1,600 | $3,150 |
| Cheap Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,171 | $2,100 | $4,595 |
| Cheap Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $3,400 | $4,700 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dover, NJ
Pricing Updated: 08/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dover, NJ area range in price from $1,650 to $4,700 with an overall median price of $2,400. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Dover Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dover | $2,400 | $1,650 | 148 |
Cheapest Available Dover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dover, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Dover Hills Apartments in the Downtown Dover neighborhood priced from $1,800. Gateways at Randolph in the Downtown Dover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dover apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Hills Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath $1800 - $2000 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Gateways at Randolph | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
| Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,920 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Meridia Transit Plaza | 1B3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model B | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| 80East | Studio S-01 | Studio,1BA | $2,175 |
| 10 N. Main | Y2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover, NJ
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dover area is the $2.81 price per square foot IRONIA Model at Woodbrook at Randolph in the in the Downtown Dover neighborhood starting from $3,265. The second greatest value Dover apartment is the C3 Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at The Point at Gateways starting at $3,400 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the Downtown Dover neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dover apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbrook at Randolph | IRONIA | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| The Point at Gateways | C3 Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Pondview Estates | $3.09/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.74 |
| Irondale at Wharton Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Dover Hills Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath $1800 - $2000 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 10 N. Main | Y1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dover Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dover?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dover is at 80East listed at $2,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Apartment is $1,800 at Dover Hills Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dover Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dover is starting from $2,175 at Randolph Village.
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