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property at 1860 Cider Mill Rd

$1,500

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$1,500

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1860 Cider Mill Rd

Union TownshipNJ07083
property at 70 W Grand St

$1,550

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$1,550

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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70 W Grand St

ElizabethNJ07202

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property at 1290 Baker St

$1,600

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1290 Baker St

HillsideNJ07205
property at 180 Vassar Ave

$1,700

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180 Vassar Ave, Unit 178

180 Vassar Ave
NewarkNJ07112
property at 178 Vassar Ave

$1,700

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178 Vassar Ave

NewarkNJ07112

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Elizabeth, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Elizabeth, NJ

Pricing Updated: 04/03/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Elizabeth, NJ area range in price from $875 to $4,905 with an overall median price of $3,155. The three Elizabeth neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Keighry Head at $899, Downtown Elizabeth at $899, and Elizabeth Port at $1,017. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Elizabeth Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Keighry Head$2,600$899112
Downtown Elizabeth$2,800$89960
Elizabeth Port$3,000$1,01744
Peterstown$3,000$1,10077
Union Square$3,000$1,10094
Bergen Point$3,500$1,60096
Centreville$3,500$1,600163
Constable Hook$3,500$1,600229
Pamrapo$3,500$875147

Cheapest Available Elizabeth Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elizabeth, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood priced from $1,229. Harwood Homes in the Downtown Elizabeth neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elizabeth apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,229
Harwood Homes$2.40/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Monroe Garden1 BR JR1BR,1BA$1,375
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ

As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth area is the $0.26 price per square foot 55 Schley St Model at 55 Schley St, Unit 3 in the in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Elizabeth apartment is the 93 Osborne Ter Model at 93 Osborne Ter starting at $3,200 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elizabeth apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
55 Schley St, Unit 355 Schley St3BR,2BA$0.26
93 Osborne Ter93 Osborne Ter4BR,2BA$1.68
523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora523 Lidgerwood Ave3BR,2BA$1.67
208 Vine St, Unit 1 Floor208 Vine St3BR,2BA$1.65
729 Linden Ave, Unit 729 Linden #2fl729 Linden Ave3BR,2BA$1.65
1112 Walnut St1112 Walnut St3BR,1BA$1.59
11 Stanton St, Unit Apt 311 Stanton St3BR,2BA$1.53
36 Yates Ave, Unit 2nd floor36 Yates Ave3BR,1BA$1.60
21 Tillinghast St, Unit 221 Tillinghast St2BR,1BA$1.85
Heritage Village at Elizabeth, 62+ Community1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79

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Frequently Asked Questions about Elizabeth

What type of rentals are currently available in Elizabeth?

There are currently 1888 Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ with pricing that ranges from $899 to $15,508. There are also 171 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elizabeth ranging from $800 to $4,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elizabeth ranges from $800 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,417.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elizabeth?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elizabeth range from $1,397 to $4,570, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $4,275. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,897.

Expert Rental Resources

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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