
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dover, NJ from $1,000 (45 Rentals)
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172 S Morris St

369 Washington Ave

69 King St

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53 Beech St, Unit A, Unit A

Meridia Transit Plaza

Country Village

93 Park Heights Ave

92 E Blackwell St
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3 W Fairview Ave

58 Prospect St

One Thompson Avenue

15 Meridia

Dover Hills Apartments

Clinton Manor Arms Apartments

76 Belmont Ave

58-60 Prospect Street Unit

37 E Main St
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Brentwood Gardens

Gateways at Randolph

Randolph Village

330 Franklin Ave

Rockaway Gardens Apartments

Center Grove Village

1 Swede Mine Rd

Quaker Village

The View At Mine Hill
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10 N. Main

Rustic Ridge

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46 W Main St

Pondview Estates

54 N Main St

376 S Main St

Avalon Wharton

Boulders at Rockaway

Irondale at Wharton Apartments
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Crestview Gardens

680 NJ-15

52 Schoolhouse Rd

2350 NJ-10

3 Prospect St

51 Carrell Rd

2889 NJ-10

1130 Sussex Turnpike

19 Windemere Ave
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Dover, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dover?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Dover Studio Apartments | $2,107 | $1,550 | $2,665 |
| Cheap Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $1,695 | $3,050 |
| Cheap Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $2,100 | $4,525 |
| Cheap Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,812 | $2,800 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dover, NJ
Pricing Updated: 04/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Dover, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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 | $2,450 | $1,695 | 58 |
Cheapest Available Dover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dover, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Gateways at Randolph in the Downtown Dover neighborhood priced from $1,805. Randolph Village 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateways at Randolph | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Rockaway Gardens Apartments | Colonial Style by level | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
| Meridia Transit Plaza | 1.5B4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model B | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover, NJ
As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dover area is the $2.53 price per square foot $2.98/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement Model at Pondview Estates in the starting from $2,675. The second greatest value Dover apartment is the 46 W Main St Model at 46 W Main St starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pondview Estates | $2.98/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| 46 W Main St | 46 W Main St | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Avalon Wharton | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 10 N. Main | Z1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Irondale at Wharton Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model B | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Best Local Schools in Dover, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dover Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dover Apartment is $1,805 at Gateways at Randolph.
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.
What is the most affordable Dover Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dover Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rockaway Gardens Apartments and starts from $2,800.
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