
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dover Neighborhood of Dover, NJ from $1,000 (28 Rentals)
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69 King St

Meridia Transit Plaza

93 Park Heights Ave

376 E Blackwell St

145 W Clinton St

One Thompson Avenue
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15 Meridia

Dover Hills Apartments

Clinton Manor Arms Apartments

74 Belmont Ave

49 Mountain Ave

Valley Ridge on West Main

Brentwood Gardens
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10 N. Main

Center Grove Village

Randolph Village

Rockaway Gardens Apartments

Gateways at Randolph

Avalon Wharton

Irondale at Wharton Apartments
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Quaker Village

The View At Mine Hill

Rustic Ridge

Boulders at Rockaway

Pondview Estates

Woodbrook at Randolph

The Point at Gateways
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Downtown Dover, Dover, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Dover?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Dover Studio Apartments | $2,280 | $1,940 | $2,525 |
| Downtown Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,139 | $3,230 |
| Downtown Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,310 | $2,100 | $4,700 |
| Downtown Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,734 | $2,800 | $4,600 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Dover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Dover area of Dover, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Center Grove Village priced from $1,800. Randolph Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dover apartments for rent in Dover, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Rockaway Gardens Apartments | Colonial Style by level | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Gateways at Randolph | RESIDENCE TYPE W | 1BR,1BA | $1,930 |
| Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| 10 N. Main | Y2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,072 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model B | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Meridia Transit Plaza | 1.5B4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dover, NJ
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Dover area is the $2.30 price per square foot Townhouse - End Unit Model at The Point at Gateways in the in the Downtown Dover neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value Downtown Dover apartment is the $2.90/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement Model at Pondview Estates starting at $2,600 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Downtown Dover neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Dover apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Point at Gateways | Townhouse - End Unit | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.30 |
| Pondview Estates | $2.90/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.46 |
| Irondale at Wharton Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model A | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Center Grove Village | 1 Bedroom w/Dining Room | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Meridia Transit Plaza | 1.5B4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Dover Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Dover Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Dover Apartment is $1,800 at Center Grove Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Dover Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Dover is starting from $2,175 at Randolph Village.
What is the most affordable Downtown Dover Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Dover Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rockaway Gardens Apartments and starts from $2,800.
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