
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Elizabeth Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ (217 Rentals)


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Vinty

Turtle Village

Chilton Towers

Cambridge Manor

The James

Chilton Hall Apartments

Westminster Arms

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280 Morris Ave, Unit 2
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1025 Lafayette St

1057 Bond St

517 Walnut St, Unit second

600 Salem Ave, Unit C8

280 Morris Ave, Unit 2

550 Jefferson Ave

431 Madison Ave

1110 Hampton Pl

1073 Bond St

276 Morris Ave
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26 Stiles St

444 N Broad St

253 Morris Ave

129-131-131 Cherry St

1066 William St

1029 E Grand St

1025 Lafayette St

1054 Bond St

944 Elizabeth Ave

1089 Magnolia Ave, Unit 1
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1089 Magnolia Ave

8 Elm St

70 W Grand St

100 Union St, Unit 507

Elizabeth Center

233 Broad St

136-148 Jefferson Ave

153-155 Jefferson Ave

1158 Chestnut St

56-64 Broad St
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1152-1158 E Broad St

320 Walnut St

320-322 Walnut St

1116 Hampton Pl

120 Madison Ave

John F. Kennedy Arms

324 Morris Ave

355 Union St

1107-1115 Chestnut St

1114 Magnolia Ave
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Downtown Elizabeth, Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Elizabeth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Elizabeth Studio Apartments | $2,037 | $1,720 | $2,110 |
| Downtown Elizabeth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $1,700 | $2,619 |
| Downtown Elizabeth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,651 | $1,900 | $3,751 |
| Downtown Elizabeth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,300 | $2,700 |
| Downtown Elizabeth 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,781 | $2,375 | $3,999 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Elizabeth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,325 | $1,850 | $2,800 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,608 | $2,150 | $2,750 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Elizabeth, Elizabeth, NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Elizabeth
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Elizabeth area of Elizabeth, NJ?
As of today, September 11, 2026, there are currently 217 available Downtown Elizabeth apartments priced from $1,700 to $3,999, with an average monthly rent of $2,439.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Elizabeth Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Elizabeth ranges from $1,700 to $2,619 with an average monthly rent of $2,140.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Elizabeth cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Elizabeth range from $1,900 to $3,751. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,651.
How expensive are Downtown Elizabeth Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 16 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Elizabeth on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,300 to $2,700 - averaging $2,550 for the location.
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