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310 Madison Ave

ElizabethNJ07201

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814 Livingston St
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814 Livingston St

814 Livingston StElizabeth, NJ 07201
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47 Watson Ave
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47 Watson Ave

47 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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33 Prospect St
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33 Prospect St

33 Prospect StElizabeth, NJ 07201
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Oakwood Gardens
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Oakwood Gardens

219-223 Murray StElizabeth, NJ 07202

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800-806 Pearl St
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800-806 Pearl St

800-806 Pearl StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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517 Westfield Avenue
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517 Westfield Avenue

517-519 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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The El Mora
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The El Mora

900 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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64 Dehart Pl
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64 Dehart Pl

64 Dehart PlElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

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Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 01, 2025

There are currently 287 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Elizabeth, NJ that range in price from $750 to $3,312. Constable Hook, Centreville and Pamrapo are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Elizabeth with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Constable Hook75$2,517$1,400
Centreville55$2,473$1,500
Pamrapo40$2,467$1,600
Keighry Head32$2,110$750
Bergen Point25$2,288$1,400
Union Square22$2,247$1,092
Downtown Elizabeth19$2,250$1,600
Peterstown15$2,297$1,092
Elizabeth Port4$1,229$1,017

Largest Available Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elizabeth, NJ is found at The Westminster in the Westminster neighborhood and is 1,318 square feet priced from $2,100. Silk Lofts in the Centreville neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,045 square feet and currently listed start at $2,795. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elizabeth:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Westminster406 Westminster Avenue Apt 2221,318 Sq Ft$2,100
Silk LoftsWaverly1,045 Sq Ft$2,795
The Park1 Bed/1 Bath-G Phase III1,039 Sq Ft$2,535
Lofts Two221 BR,2BA + Den + Office1,028 Sq Ft$3,220
AVE UnionA3 Loft969 Sq Ft$3,332
Meridia Roselle Park 101D958 Sq Ft$2,550
The Madison at Elizabeth009 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Den954 Sq Ft$2,250
VintyA3938 Sq Ft$3,012
Sol at Vermella UnionA1B915 Sq Ft$2,844
EDGE ApartmentsAvenue F | 1 Bed/1 Bath Loft-C3D878 Sq Ft$2,812

Cheapest Available Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 01, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elizabeth, NJ is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,229 at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood. The second most affordable Elizabeth 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Heritage Estates starting at $1,425 in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elizabeth is currently $2,218. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elizabeth:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom$1,229
Heritage EstatesOne Bedroom$1,425
Modern Kit/Bath, Heat/HW included, Professional Managers1 BR$1,495
Monroe GardenOne Bedroom$1,500
Senior Horizon406$1,506
Sheridan Gardens1 Bedroom$1,600

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Elizabeth Overview

The fourth largest city in the dynamic state of New Jersey, Elizabeth is a fantastic place to consider for anyone in the market for a new place to call home. Consistently ranked as one of the nation's 'Top 50 Greenest Cities' by the likes of Popular Science, this thriving locale has much to offer prospective new residents.

Why live in Elizabeth, NJ?

Home to one of the busiest ports in the world as well as a number of industries, Elizabeth apartments make an ideal spot to raise a family or pursue a career. From the glass skyscraper-dominated area of Celadon to the working-class hub of the North End, Elizabeth offers a variety of diverse neighborhoods that are sure to please almost every lifestyle.

Elizabeth, NJ
Population: 128,885

Ranked #216

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Elizabeth, NJ

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elizabeth Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Elizabeth with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Elizabeth is at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community listed at $1,229.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elizabeth Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elizabeth is $2,218.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elizabeth Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elizabeth is a 1,318 square feet unit starting from $2,100 at The Westminster.

What is the average size for Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elizabeth is currently 0 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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