Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Newark, NJ from $700 (47 Rentals)

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University Court, Inc.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Court, Inc.

419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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Pavilion Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Towers

108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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** Rooming House **
1 Bedroom Apartments

** Rooming House **

471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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802 Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

802 Broadway

802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104
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96 Union St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

96 Union St

96 Union StNewark, NJ 07105
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Grafton Arms
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grafton Arms

76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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17-21 Elwood Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17-21 Elwood Pl

17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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218 Highland Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

218 Highland Ave

218 Highland AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Evelyn Arms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Evelyn Arms

357 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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60-70 Crawford St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

60-70 Crawford St

60-70 Crawford StNewark, NJ 07102
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Nyendak Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nyendak Apartments

219-226 Lincoln AveNewark, NJ 07104
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330 Mount Prospect Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

330 Mount Prospect Ave

330 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Aspen River Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen River Park

17 Oxford StNewark, NJ 07105
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25 Prospect St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25 Prospect St

25 Prospect StNewark, NJ 07105
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32-38 Carteret St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

32-38 Carteret St

32-38 Carteret StNewark, NJ 07104
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289 Orange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103

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Court Tower Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Court Tower Apartments

1 Court StNewark, NJ 07102
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Tag Parc Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tag Parc Apartments

41-109 Belgrove DrKearny, NJ 07032
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Building 6
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Building 6

245 Halsey StNewark, NJ 07102
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421 Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 Central

421 Central AveNewark, NJ 07107
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Lantana
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lantana

109 Broad StNewark, NJ 07102
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Lincoln Park Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Park Lofts

39-41 Lincoln ParkNewark, NJ 07102
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Forest Hill House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Hill House

505 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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East Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Newark Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood priced from $950. Nyendak Apartments in the Forest Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Newark apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Nyendak ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Newark, NJ and Nearby

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Newark area is the $0.77 price per square foot 712 Bergen St Model at 712 Bergen St in the in the Lower Broadway neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value East Newark apartment is the 393 Lafayette St Model at 393 Lafayette St, Unit 1 starting at $1,900 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Newark apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
712 Bergen St712 Bergen St2BR,2BA$0.77
393 Lafayette St, Unit 1393 Lafayette St2BR,1BA$0.95
200 Montclair Ave200 Montclair Ave3BR,2BA$1.33
5 Little St5 Little St4BR,2BA$1.60
87 Heckel St, Unit 187 Heckel St2BR,1BA$1.11
191 Kearny Ave, Unit unit2191 Kearny Ave3BR,2BA$1.50
156 Kearny Ave, Unit Shared Apartment156 Kearny Ave1BR,1BA$0.59
35 Hawkins St, Unit 235 Hawkins St3BR,2BA$1.57
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
279 New York Ave, Unit 2279 New York Ave1BR,1BA$1.72

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Getting Around East Newark, NJ

Walk Score®

87 / 100

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Most errands can be accomplished on foot

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52 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Newark Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Newark?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Newark is at Nyendak Apartments listed at $1,095.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Newark Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Newark Apartment is $950 at Garden Spires Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Newark Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Newark is starting from $1,050 at Garden Spires Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Newark Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Newark Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Garden Spires Apartments and starts from $1,569.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.