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148 Chilton StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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531 Richmond StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community
225 2nd StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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519 Monroe AveElizabeth, NJ 07201
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945 Spofford AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Sheridan Gardens
1093 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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801 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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811 Linden AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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47 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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Portside Commons Westport Homes
255 Third StElizabeth, NJ 07206
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653-663 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1100-1127 Sheridan AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1254-1262 Clinton PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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514 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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850 W Grand StElizabeth, NJ 07202
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678 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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325 Cherry St
325 Cherry StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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112 Westfield Ave
112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Pineda Apartments
1464 Lexington PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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644 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1141 Hand PlElizabeth, NJ 07201
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Salem Equity
610 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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1465 Lexington PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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775 N Broad St
775 N Broad StElizabeth, NJ 07208
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554-560 Westminster AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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433 Lidgerwood AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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109 Vassar AveNewark, NJ 07112
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21 Willoughby StNewark, NJ 07112
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Heritage Estates
555 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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69 Mapes AveNewark, NJ 07112
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147 E 1st AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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595 Elizabeth Ave
595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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44 Paine AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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309 Amsterdam AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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336-338 E Westfield AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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Wainwright Street Arms
214-218 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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300 E Westfield Ave
300 E Westfield AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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759 Avenue A
759 Avenue ABayonne, NJ 07002
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343 Schley St
343 Schley StNewark, NJ 07112
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Elizabeth Goldsmith
691 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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162 Avenue C
162 Avenue CBayonne, NJ 07002
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460 Kennedy BlvdBayonne, NJ 07002
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74 Lexington AveBayonne, NJ 07002
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Waters Edge Crescent
80 Magnolia AveElizabethport, NJ 07206
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Willowbrook Apartments
360 W Willow RdStaten Island, NY 10314
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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 |
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| Cheap Elizabeth Studio Apartments | $1,850 | $1,095 | $2,999 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $925 | $6,013 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $1,209 | $4,306 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,557 | $1,397 | $4,108 |
| Cheap Elizabeth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,775 | $1,897 | $3,999 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elizabeth, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Elizabeth, NJ area range in price from $950 to $5,826 with an overall median price of $3,233. The three Elizabeth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Centreville at $1,600, Bergen Point 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Centreville | $2,662 | $1,600 | 179 |
| Bergen Point | $2,950 | $1,600 | 117 |
| Constable Hook | $3,100 | $1,600 | 271 |
| Elizabeth Port | $3,125 | $1,017 | 32 |
| Peterstown | $3,125 | $1,100 | 59 |
| Pamrapo | $3,291 | $1,600 | 181 |
| Union Square | $3,399 | $1,100 | 65 |
| Keighry Head | $3,450 | $950 | 97 |
| Downtown Elizabeth | $3,999 | $950 | 46 |
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. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Estates | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| Sheridan Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Bermudez Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Linden Arms, LLC | Studio - Large | Studio,1BA | $1,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth area is the $0.51 price per square foot 326 Field Pl Model at 326 Field Pl, Unit #2L in the in the Livingston neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Elizabeth apartment is the 140 E Jersey St Model at 140 E Jersey St, Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $1.10 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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| 326 Field Pl, Unit #2L | 326 Field Pl | 3BR,1BA | $0.51 |
| 140 E Jersey St, Unit 1 | 140 E Jersey St | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 516 S Park St, Unit 2 floor | 516 S Park St | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 258 W Runyon St, Unit 2nd floor | 258 W Runyon St | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 729 Linden Ave, Unit 729 Linden #2fl | 729 Linden Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 482 Irvine Turner Blvd, Unit 2 | 482 Irvine Turner Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 111 Avenue A, Unit two bedroom apt 3 | 111 Avenue A | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 746 Bergen St, Unit Bergen st | 746 Bergen St | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| 17 Edwin Plz, Unit 1 | 17 Edwin Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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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.
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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 $1,490.
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 $3,233.
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 4 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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