
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ from $400 (149 Rentals)
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6 Barbara St

Garden Spires Apartments

196 Danforth Ave, Unit Room only

Parkwood Place Apartments

Addison Towers
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439 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 44

Forest Hill Terrace

290 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Unit 2

782 Ocean Ave
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324 Liberty Ave, Unit Hutton St

3495 John F Kennedy Blvd

181 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Unit 2

77 Chambers St

269 Jewett Ave

177 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Unit 32
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The Sophia Tudor Apartments

Forest Hill Towers

176 Grafton Ave

1084 John F. Kennedy Blvd

33 Orchard St
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184 Fairview Ave

200 Nunda Ave

Arlington Park Apartments

449-451 Washington St

90 E Centre St
Kearny, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kearny?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Kearny Studio Apartments | $2,468 | $950 | $7,409 |
Cheap Kearny 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,737 | $950 | $8,689 |
Cheap Kearny 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,222 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Kearny 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $1,350 | $9,765 |
Cheap Kearny 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,115 | $2,400 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kearny, NJ
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Manor Section | $2,475 | $1,200 | 32 |
Arlington | $3,300 | $1,200 | 10 |
South Kearny | $3,362 | $1,200 | 163 |
Manor | $3,500 | $1,200 | 54 |
Cheapest Available Kearny Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Garden Spires Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
The Agnes Co-Living | Private Room with Shared Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kearny area is the $0.65 price per square foot 346 Arlington Ave Model at 346 Arlington Ave, Unit 346 Arlington Ave in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $6,500. The second greatest value Kearny apartment is the 350 Arlington Ave Model at 350 Arlington Ave starting at $2,500 with a $0.25 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kearny apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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346 Arlington Ave, Unit 346 Arlington Ave | 346 Arlington Ave | 5BR,5BA | $0.65 |
350 Arlington Ave | 350 Arlington Ave | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.25 |
86 Prospect St, Unit #1 | 86 Prospect St | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
539 Central Ave, Unit 1F | 539 Central Ave | 3BR,3BA | $1.40 |
Tiffany Manor | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
544 Mercer St, Unit 2 | 544 Mercer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
Garden Spires Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
324 Liberty Ave, Unit Hutton St | 324 Liberty Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
290 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Unit 2 | 290 Martin Luther King Jr Dr | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
300 Harrison Ave, Unit APT1 | 300 Harrison Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.50 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,345.
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 $3,159.
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 $114 which is $3,045 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kearny.
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