Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Elizabeth Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $900 (7 Rentals)

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1116 Anna St

ElizabethNJ07201

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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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112 Westfield Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Westfield Ave

112-118 Westfield AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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325 Cherry St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 Cherry St

325 Cherry StElizabeth, 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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Downtown Elizabeth, Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Elizabeth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Elizabeth area of Elizabeth, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Westminster Arms priced from $1,700. Cambridge Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Elizabeth apartments for rent in Elizabeth, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$1,700
Cambridge Manor$3.06/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Chilton Hall ApartmentsChilton Hall Apartments1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Elizabeth, NJ

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Elizabeth area is the $0.92 price per square foot 1117 Chestnut St Model at 1117 Chestnut St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown Elizabeth apartment is the 406 Westminster Avenue Apt 213 Model at The Westminster starting at $2,400 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Westminster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Elizabeth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1117 Chestnut St, Unit 11117 Chestnut St3BR,2BA$0.92
The Westminster406 Westminster Avenue Apt 2132BR,2.5BA$1.82
1025 Lafayette St, Unit 2nd Fl1025 Lafayette St3BR,1BA$2.27
The James2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.48
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$2.07
The Madison at Elizabeth001 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.78
Chilton TowersOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.79
Chilton Hall ApartmentsChilton Hall Apartments1BR,1BA$2.67
Cambridge Manor$3.06/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.85
1144 E Grand St, Unit 3001144 E Grand StStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Elizabeth Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Elizabeth?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Elizabeth is at Vinty listed at $2,442.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Elizabeth Apartment is $1,700 at Westminster Arms.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Elizabeth is starting from $1,900 at Westminster Arms.

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