Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ from $400 (143 Rentals)

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41-109 Belgrove DrKearny, NJ 07032
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99 Rutgers Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305
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Resurrection House
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Resurrection House

69 Storms AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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191 Wegman Pkwy
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191 Wegman Pkwy

191 Wegman PkwyJersey City, NJ 07305
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University Court, Inc.
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University Court, Inc.

419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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184 Seaview Ave
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184 Seaview Ave

184 Seaview AveJersey City, NJ 07305
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218-220 Duncan Ave
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218-220 Duncan Ave

218-220 Duncan AveJersey City, NJ 07306
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30 Kensington Ave
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30 Kensington Ave

30 Kensington AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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Kearny, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kearny, NJ

Pricing Updated: 10/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Kearny, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kearny Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Manor Section$2,625$1,10033
Arlington$2,700$1,2009
Manor$2,700$1,10064
South Kearny$3,082$1,060150

Cheapest Available Kearny Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kearny, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood priced from $950. Nyendak Apartments in the Forest Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kearny apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Nyendak ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kearny area is the $0.40 price per square foot 143 Danforth Ave Model at 143 Danforth Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Greenville neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Kearny apartment is the 712 Bergen St Model at 712 Bergen St starting at $2,300 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Lower Broadway neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kearny apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
143 Danforth Ave, Unit 1143 Danforth Ave2BR,1BA$0.40
712 Bergen St712 Bergen St2BR,2BA$0.77
253 Bowers St, Unit 1ST FLOOR253 Bowers St4BR,1BA$1.19
393 Lafayette St, Unit 1393 Lafayette St2BR,1BA$0.95
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
540 Mercer St540 Mercer St1BR,1BA$0.55
87 Heckel St, Unit 187 Heckel St2BR,1BA$1.11
156 Kearny Ave, Unit Shared Apartment156 Kearny Ave1BR,1BA$0.59
688 Communipaw Ave688 Communipaw AveStudio ,1BA$0.71
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26

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Kearny Overview

From epic beaches to the nightlife of Atlantic City, New Jersey is famous for its hectic East Coast lifestyle, and that's why some residents choose to live in the charming suburb of Kearny. The small town is a little quieter than nearby Newark and just a stone's throw away from Manhattan. Residents of Kearny know the town as "CAR-knee," but out-of-towners will usually try to call the town "KEER-knee," which might elicit a laugh or two from a local. However, as long as you remember how to pronounce the town's name, you shouldn't have any problem settling in this relatively quiet suburb.

Why live in Kearny, NJ?

One of the best reasons to find an apartment in Kearny is if you have a family and want to experience a friendly small-town atmosphere while still having access to a wealth of employment and entertainment opportunities. Not only is Kearny a great place to live for families, but it's an excellent option for anyone who works in New York City and needs a home that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Kearny is a perfect choice for commuters, as well as families who want to spend their weekends at soccer games and have fun at the beach. The town has a surprising number of cute shops and cozy local restaurants, but big-city adventures are never too far away.

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Getting Around Kearny, NJ

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kearny Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Kearny?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kearny is under $1,250.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kearny?

The cheapest apartment in Kearny is Garden Spires Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Kearny costs $2,776.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kearny?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Kearny that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Kearny?

Cheap apartments in Kearny have an average cost of $152 which is $2,624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kearny.

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