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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ from $700 (114 Rentals)
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$1,017 - $1,8971 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Portside II
136 Pine StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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$1,229 - $1,4801 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community
225 2nd StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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$1,250 - $2,150Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sheridan Gardens
1093 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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$1,3501 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
945 Spofford Ave, Unit liz
945 Spofford AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
233 Pine St
ElizabethNJ07206
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$1,450 - $2,070Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Linden Arms, LLC
811 Linden AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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$1,520 - $2,175Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cambridge Manor
539-571 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
718 Thomas St
ElizabethNJ07202
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$1,599 - $1,845Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Stiles Manor
171 Stiles StElizabeth, NJ 07208
735 Seaport Dr.
ElizabethNJ07201
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$1,618 - $1,862Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Watson Apartments
50-60 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
920 S Elmora Ave
ElizabethNJ07202
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1329 Alina St
ElizabethNJ07208
816 W Grand St
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904 2nd Ave
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Westminster Arms
444 Westminster AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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First Property Mngmt-South Elmora Apartments
1055-1065 S Elmora AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elizabeth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Elizabeth Studio Apartments | $2,043 | $850 | $3,694 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,302 | $825 | $6,519 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $1,209 | $6,677 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $1,397 | $6,740 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $1,897 | $10,000+ |
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Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elizabeth, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/31/2025Current apartment rentals in the Elizabeth, NJ area range in price from $850 to $22,940 with an overall median price of $10,812. The three Elizabeth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Elizabeth Port at $1,017, Peterstown at $1,195, and Keighry Head at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elizabeth Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth Port | $2,300 | $1,017 | 36 |
| Peterstown | $3,600 | $1,195 | 68 |
| Keighry Head | $4,400 | $850 | 87 |
| Union Square | $4,400 | $1,195 | 76 |
| Downtown Elizabeth | $4,700 | $1,195 | 36 |
| Bergen Point | $12,230 | $1,600 | 62 |
| Centreville | $21,370 | $1,550 | 154 |
| Pamrapo | $21,370 | $1,550 | 132 |
| Constable Hook | $22,940 | $1,550 | 253 |
Cheapest Available Elizabeth Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Elizabeth, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Senior Horizon in the Bergen Point neighborhood priced from $1,205. Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,229. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elizabeth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Senior Horizon | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| Sheridan Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Heritage Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Linden Arms, LLC | Studio - Efficiency Kitchen | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth area is the $0.17 price per square foot 234 Clark Pl Model at 234 Clark Pl, Unit 2R in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Elizabeth apartment is the 200 Lt Glenn Zamorski Dr Model at 200 Lt Glenn Zamorski Dr, Unit Huge and beautiful house starting at $3,500 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elizabeth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 234 Clark Pl, Unit 2R | 234 Clark Pl | 1BR,1BA | $0.17 |
| 200 Lt Glenn Zamorski Dr, Unit Huge and beautiful house | 200 Lt Glenn Zamorski Dr | 3BR,2BA | $0.44 |
| 140 E Jersey St, Unit 1 | 140 E Jersey St | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 729 Linden Ave, Unit 729 Linden #2fl | 729 Linden Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 293-295 Weequahic Ave | 4 Bed, 1 Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 9 Shephard Ave, Unit 2 | 9 Shephard Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 42 Tillinghast St, Unit 3R | 42 Tillinghast St | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 17 Edwin Plz, Unit 1 | 17 Edwin Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 307 Amity St, Unit amity | 307 Amity St | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,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.
Elizabeth, NJPopulation: 128,885
Ranked #216
in US Census Population by City
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Best Local Schools in Elizabeth, NJ
No 4 John Battin Elementary School
Elizabeth Public School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (783)
6 out of 10
No 27 Dr Antonio Pantoja
Elizabeth Public School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (885)
5 out of 10
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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 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 $1,450.
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 $10,812.
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 16 regular apartments in Elizabeth that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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