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Cheapest Available Essex County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex County, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood priced from $950. The Twin Oaks in the Ward 2 neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
The Twin Oaks0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$950
The Residences at Clinton Hill2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1,157
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex County area is the $1.04 price per square foot 19 Chapman Pl Model at 19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place in the in the Upper Irvington neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Essex County apartment is the 42 Maple Ave Model at 42 Maple Ave, Unit 42 Maple Ave Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place19 Chapman Pl3BR,2BA$1.04
42 Maple Ave, Unit 42 Maple Ave Unit 242 Maple Ave3BR,1BA$1.04
29 Westview Rd, Unit 29 Westview Road #229 Westview Rd1BR,1BA$1.50
150 Brookdale Ave, Unit 1150 Brookdale Ave3BR,1BA$1.20
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
49 Treacy Ave, Unit 249 Treacy Ave3BR,2BA$1.42
33-35 George St, Unit 2nd Floor33-35 George St3BR,2BA$1.53
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
The Residences at Clinton Hill2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.05
53 Park Pl, Unit One room53 Park Pl1BR,0.5BA$1.17

Frequently Asked Questions about Essex County

What type of rentals are currently available in Essex County?

There are currently 3213 Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $700 to $17,900. There are also 386 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex County ranging from $800 to $13,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Essex County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Essex County ranges from $800 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,436.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Essex County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Essex County range from $808 to $15,221, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,100.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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