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property at 344 Kearny Ave

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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 3 Beds unit found at FOUND Study University Centre in the Central Business District neighborhood priced from $838. Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Newark apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study University CentreDouble in 3x3 - Newark 26-27 (12 Month)3BR,3BA$838
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Forest Hill TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Nyendak Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500

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

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Newark area is the $0.30 price per square foot 17 Norfolk St Model at 17 Norfolk St in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value East Newark apartment is the 534 Kearny Ave Model at 534 Kearny Ave, Unit 1L starting at $2,100 with a $0.21 price per square foot in the Arlington 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.
17 Norfolk St17 Norfolk St3BR,2BA$0.30
534 Kearny Ave, Unit 1L534 Kearny Ave2BR,1BA$0.21
37 6th St, Unit 237 6th St3BR,1BA$0.28
167 Davis Ave, Unit 2167 Davis Ave1BR,1BA$0.37
201 Beech St, Unit 2201 Beech St4BR,1BA$1.92
130 Elm St, Unit 3130 Elm St3BR,1BA$2.00
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
123 Highland Ave, Unit 1st Floor123 Highland Ave3BR,1BA$1.70
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78
105 Roseville Ave, Unit Apt 3L105 Roseville Ave2BR,1BA$1.87

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Newark

What type of rentals are currently available in East Newark?

There are currently 1179 Apartments for Rent in East Newark, NJ with pricing that ranges from $838 to $8,095. There are also 131 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Newark ranging from $875 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Newark?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Newark ranges from $875 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,853.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Newark?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Newark range from $838 to $4,765, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $4,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,450.

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