
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dover, NJ from $1,000 (39 Rentals)
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44 N Sussex St

137 Thompson Ave

69 Fox Hill Dr

69 King St

Meridia Transit Plaza

80East

93 Park Heights Ave

One Thompson Avenue
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15 Meridia

Dover Hills Apartments

Country Village

Clinton Manor Arms Apartments

Valley Ridge on West Main

171 US-46

Brentwood Gardens

Center Grove Village

10 N. Main
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Randolph Village

Gateways at Randolph

Rockaway Gardens Apartments

Avalon Wharton

Quaker Village

Irondale at Wharton Apartments

The View At Mine Hill

Rustic Ridge

322 Richard Mine Rd
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Boulders at Rockaway

Crestview Gardens

6 Southard Rd

30 Maple Ave

320 S Main St

322 Richard Mine Rd

2350 NJ-10

52 Schoolhouse Rd

2889 NJ-10
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242 W Hanover Ave

96 Baker Ave

19 Windemere Ave
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 | $2,116 | $1,990 | $2,325 |
| Cheap Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,136 | $1,139 | $3,050 |
| Cheap Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,207 | $2,100 | $4,685 |
| Cheap Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $2,700 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Dover, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/14/2026Current 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 | $3,310 | $1,139 | 128 |
Cheapest Available Dover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dover, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Center Grove Village in the Downtown Dover neighborhood priced from $1,800. 10 N. Main in the Downtown Dover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dover apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 10 N. Main | Y1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Gateways at Randolph | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Rockaway Gardens Apartments | Colonial Style by level | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model B | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Meridia Transit Plaza | 1B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dover, NJ
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dover area is the $3.07 price per square foot C3 Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at The Point at Gateways in the in the Downtown Dover neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Dover apartment is the $2.98/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement Model at Pondview Estates starting at $2,800 with a $2.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point at Gateways | C3 Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Pondview Estates | $2.98/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.65 |
| Irondale at Wharton Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom w/Dining Room | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 10 N. Main | Y2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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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 $1,800 at Center Grove Village.
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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