
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Essex Fells, NJ from $700 (48 Rentals)
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Summit House

Carlyle Towers

Rumsey Park

43 Conforti Ave, Unit 48

43 Conforti Ave

Westover House

238 Claremont Ave

Mary Ann Apartments
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Runnymede Gardens

Avalon at Becker Farm

Caldwell Village

2 Linwood Terrace

746 Bloomfield Ave

Atrium Apartments

2 Lane Ave

46 Wedgewood Dr, Unit 129
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17 Chestnut St

Annin Lofts

Stonehill at West Orange

Parkview Commons Apartments, LLC

554 Bloomfield Ave

Verona Flats

Grover Cleveland

87 Elm Rd

17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates
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Pine Street Square

Samuel Orton Harrison House Apartments

25 Pine St

63 Bloomfield Ave

365 Bloomfield Ave

Linwood Village

Westcourt

Chelsea Court

Wiliams-Harrison House Apartments
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40 Roseland Avenue

Verona Plaza Apartments

143 Valley Rd

St. Charles Apartments (MP West Caldwell)

The Central at Caldwell

525 Bloomfield Ave

West Gate Apartments of Caldwell

201 Eagle Rock Ave

16 Forest St
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349 Bloomfield Ave

349 Bloomfield Ave

24 Hutton Ave
Essex Fells, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Essex Fells?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Fells Studio Apartments | $2,275 | $1,790 | $2,500 |
| Essex Fells 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,640 | $1,519 | $4,269 |
| Essex Fells 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,720 | $1,995 | $5,780 |
| Essex Fells 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,987 | $3,600 | $4,375 |
| Essex Fells 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,800 | $3,600 | $6,900 |
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Cheapest Available Essex Fells Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Essex Fells, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Linwood Village in the Downtown Verona neighborhood priced from $1,995. Chelsea Court in the Bel Air neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Essex Fells apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linwood Village | $1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Chelsea Court | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Caldwell Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Verona Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 2 Lane Ave | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Carlyle Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $2,475 |
| Westover House | 5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,500 |
| Annin Lofts | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| Mary Ann Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,575 |
| Stonehill at West Orange | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,636 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Essex Fells, NJ and Nearby
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Essex Fells area is the $1.93 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 554 Bloomfield Ave in the in the Westville neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Essex Fells apartment is the $2.78/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Model at Linwood Village starting at $3,300 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the Downtown Verona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Essex Fells apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 554 Bloomfield Ave | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| Linwood Village | $2.78/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.80 |
| 2 Lane Ave | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.13 |
| Westover House | 5 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Carlyle Towers | One Bedroom/One Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Verona Place | 1BR Newly Available | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Caldwell Village | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Runnymede Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Verona Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Mary Ann Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Essex Fells Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Fells Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Essex Fells Apartment is $1,995 at Linwood Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Essex Fells Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Essex Fells is starting from $2,450 at 2 Lane Ave.
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