1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ (634 Rentals)

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459 Fulton St
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459 Fulton St

459 Fulton StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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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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225 Murray St
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225 Murray St

225 Murray StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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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: May 23, 2026

There are currently 311 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Elizabeth, NJ that range in price from $1,017 to $3,565. 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 Hook99$2,644$1,450
Centreville67$2,539$1,450
Pamrapo46$2,623$1,450
Bergen Point36$2,346$1,450
Keighry Head25$2,100$1,350
Downtown Elizabeth14$2,250$1,650
Union Square13$2,250$1,229
Peterstown8$2,410$1,650
Elizabeth Port3$1,364$1,017

Largest Available Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elizabeth, NJ is found at Lofts Two22 in the Centreville neighborhood and is 1,030 square feet priced from $3,145. The Madison at Elizabeth in the Downtown Elizabeth neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 954 square feet and currently listed start at $2,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elizabeth:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lofts Two221 BR,2BA + Den + Office1,030 Sq Ft$3,145
The Madison at Elizabeth009 1 Bedroom 1 Bath + Den954 Sq Ft$2,350
Meridia Roselle Park 101A952 Sq Ft$2,050
The Grand at Penn1 Bed / 1 Bath946 Sq Ft$2,395
VintyA3938 Sq Ft$2,750
The Park1 Bed/1 Bath-G Type A Phase III903 Sq Ft$2,459
EDGE ApartmentsAvenue F | 1 Bed/1 Bath Loft-C3D878 Sq Ft$3,565
Park BayonneA04850 Sq Ft$2,675
Sol at Vermella UnionA10848 Sq Ft$2,706
City Line BayonneBAY-36838 Sq Ft$2,616

Cheapest Available Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 23, 2026 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 A1 Model at Lidgerwood starting at $1,500 in the Peterstown neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elizabeth is currently $2,270. 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
LidgerwoodA1$1,500
Modern Kit/Bath, Heat/HW included, Professional Managers1 BR$1,550
Harwood Homes$2.40/sq.ft. - One Bedroom$1,595
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.

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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 $2,270.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elizabeth is a 1,030 square feet unit starting from $3,145 at Lofts Two22.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elizabeth is currently 1,007 sq ft.

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