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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kearny, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025

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$2,475$1,20032
Arlington$3,300$1,20010
South Kearny$3,362$1,200163
Manor$3,500$1,20054

Cheapest Available Kearny Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
The Agnes Co-LivingPrivate Room with Shared Bath B1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
346 Arlington Ave, Unit 346 Arlington Ave346 Arlington Ave5BR,5BA$0.65
350 Arlington Ave350 Arlington Ave1BR,1.5BA$0.25
86 Prospect St, Unit #186 Prospect St4BR,2BA$0.40
539 Central Ave, Unit 1F539 Central Ave3BR,3BA$1.40
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
544 Mercer St, Unit 2544 Mercer StStudio ,1BA$0.60
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
324 Liberty Ave, Unit Hutton St324 Liberty Ave1BR,1BA$1.48
290 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Unit 2290 Martin Luther King Jr Dr3BR,1BA$1.35
300 Harrison Ave, Unit APT1300 Harrison AveStudio ,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

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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