Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Elizabeth Neighborhood of Elizabeth, NJ from $1,100 (5 Rentals)

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70 W Grand St

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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 $1,850. 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$3.24/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
Turtle Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,851

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Elizabeth, NJ

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Elizabeth area is the $2.69 price per square foot Chilton Hall Apartments Model at Chilton Hall Apartments in the in the Downtown Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Downtown Elizabeth apartment is the A Unit Model at Westminster Arms starting at $1,700 with a $2.07 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.
Chilton Hall ApartmentsChilton Hall Apartments2BR,1BA$2.69
Westminster ArmsA Unit1BR,1BA$2.07
The Madison at Elizabeth003 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.61
Chilton TowersOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.77
The Metropolitan1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.88
The JamesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.75
Cambridge Manor$3.24/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.01
VintyS2Studio ,1BA$3.65
1144 E Grand St, Unit 3001144 E Grand StStudio ,1BA$2.25
Turtle Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.26

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Elizabeth, Elizabeth, NJ

Ranked #1

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Elizabeth

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Elizabeth?

There are currently 202 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Elizabeth, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $3,794. There are also 11 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Elizabeth ranging from $1,150 to $2,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Elizabeth?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Elizabeth ranges from $1,150 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,886.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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