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47 Watson Ave
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47 Watson Ave

47 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Clinton House
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Clinton House

1254-1262 Clinton PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Lidgerwood Manor
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Lidgerwood Manor

514 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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1100-1127 Sheridan Ave
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1100-1127 Sheridan Ave

1100-1127 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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112 Westfield Ave
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112 Westfield Ave

112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Rosehill Apartments
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Rosehill Apartments

433 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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North Salem Terrace
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North Salem Terrace

644 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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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: July 08, 2025

There are currently 365 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Elizabeth, NJ that range in price from $950 to $3,727. 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 Hook119$2,575$1,600
Centreville71$2,531$1,695
Pamrapo57$2,625$1,600
Keighry Head32$2,050$950
Bergen Point24$2,395$1,600
Peterstown20$2,364$1,450
Union Square20$2,150$1,229
Downtown Elizabeth19$2,140$1,700
Elizabeth Port3$1,414$1,017

Largest Available Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elizabeth, NJ is found at EDGE Apartments in the Centreville neighborhood and is 1,061 square feet priced from $3,062. Silk Lofts has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,045 square feet and currently listed start at $2,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Elizabeth:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
EDGE ApartmentsAvenue F | 1 Bed/2 Bath Duplex-B6D1,061 Sq Ft$3,062
Silk LoftsWaverly1,045 Sq Ft$2,995
19 EastA08996 Sq Ft$2,850
VintyA3938 Sq Ft$2,609
The Park1 Bed/1 Bath-A1 Type A Phase V924 Sq Ft$2,510
Meridia Roselle Park 101D914 Sq Ft$2,495
The Washington202900 Sq Ft$2,225
Luxury Rental With Private Parking1BR/1.0BA762 Sq Ft$2,395

Cheapest Available Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 08, 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 Mini One Bedroom Model at Heritage Estates starting at $1,250 in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elizabeth is currently $2,271. 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 EstatesMini One Bedroom$1,250
Sheridan Gardens1 Bedroom$1,550
930-Berkeley Manor, LLC1BR/1.0BA$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

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  • 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 $2,271.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elizabeth is a 1,061 square feet unit starting from $3,062 at EDGE Apartments.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elizabeth is currently 582 sq ft.

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