Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ from $700 (63 Rentals)

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47 Watson Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

47 Watson Ave

47 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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653-663 N Broad St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

653-663 N Broad St

653-663 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1100-1127 Sheridan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1100-1127 Sheridan Ave

1100-1127 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Clinton House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton House

1254-1262 Clinton PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Lidgerwood Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lidgerwood Manor

514 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Continental Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Continental Gardens

850 W Grand StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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325 Cherry St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Cherry St

325 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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112 Westfield Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Westfield Ave

112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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North Salem Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Salem Terrace

644 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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101 Broadway
3 Bedroom Apartments

101 Broadway

101 BroadwayElizabeth, NJ 07206
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Salem Equity
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Equity

610 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1141 Hand Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1141 Hand Place

1141 Hand PlElizabeth, NJ 07201
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775 N Broad St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

775 N Broad St

775 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Rosehill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosehill Apartments

433 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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property at 347 Avenue C

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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347 Avenue C

BayonneNJ07002
property at 706 Chestnut St

$1,500 - $1,900

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706 Chestnut St

RoselleNJ07203
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292 Wainwright St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

292 Wainwright St

292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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595 Elizabeth Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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305 Osborne Ter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

305 Osborne Ter

305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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Colonial Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Village

44 Paine AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Amsterdam Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Amsterdam Gardens

309 Amsterdam AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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336 E Westfield Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

336 E Westfield Ave

336-338 E Westfield AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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Wainwright Street Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wainwright Street Arms

214-218 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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300 E Westfield Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

300 E Westfield Ave

300 E Westfield AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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759 Avenue A
1 Bedroom Apartments

759 Avenue A

759 Avenue ABayonne, NJ 07002
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343 Schley St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

343 Schley St

343 Schley StNewark, NJ 07112
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162 Avenue C
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

162 Avenue C

162 Avenue CBayonne, NJ 07002
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The Abbington
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Abbington

460 Kennedy BlvdBayonne, NJ 07002
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Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elizabeth, NJ

Pricing Updated: 01/01/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Elizabeth, NJ area range in price from $750 to $8,823 with an overall median price of $3,237. The three Elizabeth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Elizabeth Port at $1,017, Keighry Head at $750, and Union Square at $1,100. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elizabeth Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Elizabeth Port$2,500$1,01717
Keighry Head$2,600$75062
Union Square$2,600$1,10043
Peterstown$2,739$1,10033
Downtown Elizabeth$3,000$1,12530
Bergen Point$3,100$1,500109
Centreville$4,200$1,400200
Constable Hook$4,200$1,400289
Pamrapo$4,200$1,400193

Cheapest Available Elizabeth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elizabeth, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage Estates in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $1,175. Senior Horizon in the Bergen Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,205. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elizabeth apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Senior Horizon2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,205
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Monroe Garden1 BR JR1BR,1BA$1,375
101 Broadway3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$1,394

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth area is the $0.53 price per square foot 123 Liberty St Model at 123 Liberty St, Unit 3 in the starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Elizabeth apartment is the 329 Elizabeth Ave Model at 329 Elizabeth Ave, Unit 3 starting at $2,350 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elizabeth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
123 Liberty St, Unit 3123 Liberty St3BR,1BA$0.53
329 Elizabeth Ave, Unit 3329 Elizabeth Ave3BR,1BA$1.31
THE GRAND AT MORRIS2 Bed +Den2BR,2BA$1.86
384 Badger Ave, Unit #1384 Badger Ave3BR,1BA$1.41
The Westminster406 Westminster Avenue Apt 2132BR,2.5BA$1.82
193 Seymour Ave, Unit 1193 Seymour Ave3BR,2BA$1.54
36 Yates Ave, Unit 2nd floor36 Yates Ave3BR,1BA$1.76
26 Harding Ter, Unit 1ST FL26 Harding Ter2BR,1BA$1.90
12 E 36th St, Unit 212 E 36th St3BR,1BA$1.90
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

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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 Cheap Elizabeth Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Elizabeth?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elizabeth is under $1,394.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elizabeth?

The cheapest apartment in Elizabeth is Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community which is listed at $1,229, while the average apartment in Elizabeth costs $3,237.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elizabeth?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in Elizabeth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Elizabeth?

Cheap apartments in Elizabeth have an average cost of $259 which is $2,978 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elizabeth.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!