Cheap Apartments for Rent in Harrison, NJ from $700 (53 Rentals)

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University Court, Inc.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Court, Inc.

419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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Pavilion Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Towers

108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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802 Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

802 Broadway

802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104
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96 Union St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

96 Union St

96 Union StNewark, NJ 07105
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17-21 Elwood Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17-21 Elwood Pl

17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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Grafton Arms
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grafton Arms

76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Evelyn Arms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Evelyn Arms

357 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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60-70 Crawford St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

60-70 Crawford St

60-70 Crawford StNewark, NJ 07102
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330 Mount Prospect Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

330 Mount Prospect Ave

330 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Aspen River Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen River Park

17 Oxford StNewark, NJ 07105
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25 Prospect St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25 Prospect St

25 Prospect StNewark, NJ 07105
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32-38 Carteret St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

32-38 Carteret St

32-38 Carteret StNewark, NJ 07104
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289 Orange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103

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Nyendak Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nyendak Apartments

218 Lincoln AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Tag Parc Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tag Parc Apartments

41-109 Belgrove DrKearny, NJ 07032
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Building 6
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Building 6

245 Halsey StNewark, NJ 07102
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421 Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 Central

421 Central AveNewark, NJ 07107
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Lantana
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lantana

109 Broad StNewark, NJ 07102
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Lincoln Park Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Park Lofts

39-41 Lincoln ParkNewark, NJ 07102
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Cheapest Available Harrison Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Harrison, NJ is a 3 Beds unit found at FOUND Study University Centre in the Central Business District neighborhood priced from $838. 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 Harrison apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUND Study University CentreDouble in 3x3 - Newark 26-27 (12 Month)3BR,3BA$838
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Nyendak Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,600
89 Montclair Ave1B, 1BA1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harrison, NJ

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harrison area is the $0.30 price per square foot 17 Norfolk St Model at 17 Norfolk St in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Harrison apartment is the 37 6th St Model at 37 6th St, Unit 2 starting at $2,800 with a $0.28 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harrison apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
17 Norfolk St17 Norfolk St3BR,2BA$0.30
37 6th St, Unit 237 6th St3BR,1BA$0.28
167 Davis Ave, Unit 2167 Davis Ave1BR,1BA$0.37
201 Beech St, Unit 2201 Beech St4BR,1BA$1.92
130 Elm St, Unit 3130 Elm St3BR,1BA$2.00
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
79 Irving St, Unit 279 Irving St4BR,1BA$2.04
123 Highland Ave, Unit 1st Floor123 Highland Ave3BR,1BA$1.70
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78
105 Roseville Ave, Unit Apt 3L105 Roseville Ave2BR,1BA$1.87

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Harrison Overview

If you are looking for a beautiful place to live and work, then you may be interested in apartments in Harrison, New Jersey. Harrison apartments have become more popular during the past few years because of the relatively low cost of living in the area while still providing easy access to New York City and Newark. If you are thinking about living in this area, take a look at a few important points below, and reach out to a professional who can help you find the best apartment to meet your needs. 

Why live in Harrison, NJ?

There are several major reasons why so many people love to live in Harrison, New Jersey. First, this is an area that has four distinct seasons. If you like to live in an area that has changes in weather, you will probably be happy in Harrison, New Jersey. Second, the city also provides easy access to New York City. This means that you can go from Harrison into New York City easily if you work in that area. Finally, the cost of living in Harrison is also lower than it is in New York City. This means housing might be more affordable. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Harrison Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Harrison?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Harrison is at Parkwood Place Apartments listed at $1,250.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Harrison Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Harrison Apartment is $950 at Garden Spires Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Harrison Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Harrison is starting from $875 at FOUND Study University Centre.

What is the most affordable Harrison Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Harrison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at FOUND Study University Centre and starts from $838.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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

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