
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dover Neighborhood of Dover, NJ from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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69 Fox Hill Dr

69 King St

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53 Beech St, Unit A, Unit A

Meridia Transit Plaza

Country Village

93 Park Heights Ave

3 W Fairview Ave
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One Thompson Avenue

15 Meridia

Dover Hills Apartments

60 E McFarlan St

Clinton Manor Arms Apartments

76 Belmont Ave

25 Kearney St

Valley Ridge on West Main
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Brentwood Gardens

Randolph Village

Gateways at Randolph

Rockaway Gardens Apartments

Center Grove Village

Avalon Wharton

Quaker Village

Irondale at Wharton Apartments
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The View At Mine Hill

10 N. Main

Rustic Ridge

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46 W Main St

Pondview Estates

Boulders at Rockaway

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 | $2,158 | $1,950 | $2,665 |
| Downtown Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,139 | $3,050 |
| Downtown Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,302 | $2,100 | $4,625 |
| Downtown Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,828 | $2,800 | $4,700 |
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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 Randolph Village priced from $1,825. Gateways at Randolph has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,885. Here are the most affordable Downtown Dover apartments for rent in Dover, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Gateways at Randolph | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,885 |
| 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 | $1,930 |
| Meridia Transit Plaza | 1.5B4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Country Village | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
| Rustic Ridge | Model B | 1BR,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Dover, NJ
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Dover area is the $2.63 price per square foot $2.98/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement Model at Pondview Estates in the in the Downtown Dover neighborhood starting from $2,775. The second greatest value Downtown 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 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pondview Estates | $2.98/sq.ft. - One Bedroom with Basement | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| 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 | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Irondale at Wharton Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 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 | $2.81 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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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 $1,825 at Randolph 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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