Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Newark, NJ from $700 (53 Rentals)

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property at 211 N 13th St

$1,200 - $2,000

Studio To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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211 N 13th St

NewarkNJ07107

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property at 17 Elwood Pl

$1,300

1 Bedroom Rentals

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17 Elwood Pl

NewarkNJ07104

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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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1 Bedroom Apartments

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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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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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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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Tag Parc Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tag Parc Apartments

41-109 Belgrove DrKearny, NJ 07032
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421 Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 Central

421 Central AveNewark, NJ 07107
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Building 6
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Building 6

245 Halsey StNewark, NJ 07102
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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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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. Addison Towers in the Lower Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. 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
Addison Towers402 FStudio,1BA$1,275
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
Forest Hill TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,450

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

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Newark area is the $0.86 price per square foot 71 Hartford St Model at 71 Hartford St, Unit Apt 2 in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value East Newark apartment is the 48 1/2 3rd St Model at 48 1/2 3rd St, Unit Multi family starting at $2,650 with a $1.47 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.
71 Hartford St, Unit Apt 271 Hartford St3BR,2BA$0.86
48 1/2 3rd St, Unit Multi family48 1/2 3rd St4BR,2BA$1.47
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
20 Governor St, Unit 220 Governor St4BR,3BA$1.95
283 Clifton Ave, Unit Clifton283 Clifton Ave2BR,1BA$1.90
316 Summer Ave, Unit 3rd FL316 Summer Ave2BR,1BA$1.90
44 Washington St, Unit 344 Washington St1BR,1BA$1.65
432 Harrison Ave, Unit BF432 Harrison Ave1BR,1BA$1.70
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78
279 New York Ave, Unit 2279 New York Ave1BR,1BA$1.72

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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 Addison Towers listed at $1,275.

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

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.