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1 Vaughan Dr

NewarkNJ07103

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98 Elm St

MontclairNJ07042

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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 The Residences at Clinton Hill in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $932. Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Clinton Hill1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$932
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
255 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,221
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Addison Towers402 FStudio,1BA$1,275
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ

As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Essex County area is the $0.34 price per square foot 55 Schley St Model at 55 Schley St, Unit Apt #1 in the in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Essex County apartment is the 28 Kent St Model at 28 Kent St, Unit 2 starting at $2,800 with a $0.68 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.
55 Schley St, Unit Apt #155 Schley St5BR,2BA$0.34
28 Kent St, Unit 228 Kent St3BR,2BA$0.68
96 S 12th St, Unit 396 S 12th St3BR,2BA$0.62
83 Sheridan St, Unit 283 Sheridan St3BR,1BA$0.96
174 N 17th St, Unit Floor 1174 N 17th St2BR,1BA$1.14
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
200 Montclair Ave200 Montclair Ave3BR,2BA$1.20
7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R7 Sager Pl3BR,1BA$1.12
408 14th Ave, Unit Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
The Residences at Clinton Hill2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.05

Frequently Asked Questions about Essex County

What type of rentals are currently available in Essex County?

There are currently 3220 Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $20,000. There are also 438 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Essex County ranging from $1,000 to $21,500.

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 $1,000 to $21,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,419.

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 $1,569 to $20,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,150.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.