Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlington Neighborhood of Kearny, NJ from $1,200 (15 Rentals)

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property at 762 Forest St

$1,850 - $1,900

2 Bedroom Rentals

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762 Forest St

KearnyNJ07032

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property at 333 Elm St

$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

333 Elm St

KearnyNJ07032
property at 155 Midland Ave

$2,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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155 Midland Ave

KearnyNJ07032
property at 344 Kearny Ave

$950

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$950

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$950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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344 Kearny Ave

KearnyNJ07032

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property at 676 Chestnut St

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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676 Chestnut St

KearnyNJ07032

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Arlington, Kearny, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Arlington Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
625 Elm Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/ Eat In Kitchen1BR,1BA$1,820

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlington, NJ

As of May 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlington area is the $0.37 price per square foot 167 Davis Ave Model at 167 Davis Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Arlington neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Arlington apartment is the 534 Kearny Ave Model at 534 Kearny Ave, Unit 1L starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Arlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlington apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
167 Davis Ave, Unit 2167 Davis Ave1BR,1BA$0.37
534 Kearny Ave, Unit 1L534 Kearny Ave2BR,1BA$2.10
431 Kearny Ave, Unit 6431 Kearny Ave2BR,1BA$2.15
30 Elm St, Unit 230 Elm St3BR,1BA$2.53
664 Forest St, Unit 1664 Forest St2BR,1BA$1.95
511 Davis Ave, Unit 2nd Floor511 Davis Ave3BR,2BA$4.41
625 Elm Street ApartmentsOne Bedroom w/ Eat In Kitchen1BR,1BA$3.47
177 Bergen Ave, Unit bell pike177 Bergen AveStudio ,1BA$2.55

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Arlington, Kearny, NJ

Ranked #4

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlington Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlington Apartment is $1,820 at 625 Elm Street Apartments.

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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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