Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ from $700 (117 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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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 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
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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653-663 N Broad St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

653-663 N Broad St

653-663 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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201 First Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

201 First Street

201 S 1st StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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North Salem Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Salem Terrace

644 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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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
1 Bedroom Apartments

1141 Hand Place

1141 Hand PlElizabeth, NJ 07201
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Rosehill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rosehill Apartments

433 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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775 N Broad St
1 Bedroom Apartments

775 N Broad St

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

The Juliette

317 W Jersey StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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750-758 Jersey Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

750-758 Jersey Ave

750-758 Jersey AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elizabeth, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Elizabeth, NJ area range in price from $1,150 to $4,400 with an overall median price of $2,927. The three Elizabeth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bergen Point at $1,600, Centreville at $1,600, and Constable Hook at $1,600. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elizabeth Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bergen Point$2,600$1,60044
Centreville$2,700$1,60072
Constable Hook$2,700$1,60071
Pamrapo$2,700$1,50049
Downtown Elizabeth$2,800$1,1503
Keighry Head$2,800$1,15014
Elizabeth Port$3,350$1,99516
Peterstown$3,350$1,85021
Union Square$3,350$1,15024

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 EstatesEfficiencyStudio,1BA$1,175
Senior Horizon2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,205
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
201 First Street2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,308

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ

As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth area is the $1.15 price per square foot 566 Pennsylvania Ave Model at 566 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit D2 in the in the Westminster neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Elizabeth apartment is the 712 Kennedy Blvd Model at 712 Kennedy Blvd, Unit A starting at $3,000 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Pamrapo 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.
566 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit D2566 Pennsylvania Ave3BR,2.5BA$1.15
712 Kennedy Blvd, Unit A712 Kennedy Blvd4BR,2BA$1.50
258 W Runyon St, Unit 2nd floor258 W Runyon St3BR,2BA$1.46
523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora523 Lidgerwood Ave3BR,2BA$1.71
729 Linden Ave, Unit 729 Linden #2fl729 Linden Ave3BR,2BA$1.75
86 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 186 Hawthorne Ave3BR,1BA$1.31
293-295 Weequahic Ave4 Bed, 1 Bath4BR,1BA$1.70
9 Shephard Ave, Unit 29 Shephard Ave3BR,2BA$1.67
659 Jefferson Ave, Unit First Floor659 Jefferson Ave3BR,1BA$1.73
482 Irvine Turner Blvd, Unit 1482 Irvine Turner Blvd3BR,1BA$1.63

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elizabeth Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elizabeth?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elizabeth is at Heritage Estates listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elizabeth Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elizabeth Apartment is $1,229 at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elizabeth Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elizabeth is starting from $1,205 at Senior Horizon.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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