
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Dover Neighborhood of Dover, NJ from $1,027 (29 Rentals)
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69 Fox Hill Dr

69 King St

Meridia Transit Plaza

80East

93 Park Heights Ave

44 Grant St
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One Thompson Avenue

15 Meridia

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74 Belmont Ave

2 Baker Ave

110 W Chrystal St
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Brentwood Gardens

Randolph Village

Gateways at Randolph

Center Grove Village

Avalon Wharton

Quaker Village

The View At Mine Hill
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Rustic Ridge

10 N. Main

Boulders at Rockaway

Irondale at Wharton Apartments

Pondview Estates

27 Hibernia Ave

Woodbrook at Randolph
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The Point at Gateways
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 | $2,203 | $1,980 | $2,310 |
| Downtown Dover 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $1,700 | $3,150 |
| Downtown Dover 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,093 | $2,100 | $4,605 |
| Downtown Dover 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,855 | $3,400 | $4,700 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Dover Neighborhood of Dover, NJ.
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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 Dover Hills Apartments priced from $1,800. Gateways at Randolph 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,920 |
| Meridia Transit Plaza | 1B2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| 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 Downtown Dover, NJ
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Dover area is the $2.48 price per square foot B6 Model at Avalon Wharton in the in the Downtown Dover neighborhood starting from $2,947. The second greatest value Downtown Dover apartment is the IRONIA Model at Woodbrook at Randolph starting at $3,265 with a $2.81 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Wharton | B6 | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
| Woodbrook at Randolph | IRONIA | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| The Point at Gateways | C3 Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Irondale at Wharton Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Dover Hills Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath $1800 - $2000 | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| Randolph Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 69 King St | 1-Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 10 N. Main | Y1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The View At Mine Hill | 1 Bed + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Dover, Dover, NJ
East Dover Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Dover Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Dover?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Dover is at 80East listed at $2,175.
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 Dover Hills Apartments.
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 Pondview Estates and starts from $3,595.
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