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property at 264 Old Bergen Rd

264 Old Bergen Rd

Jersey CityNJ07305

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property at 39 Terhune Ave

39 Terhune Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305
property at 115 Cross St

115 Cross St, Unit 1

115 Cross St
East NewarkNJ07029

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property at 165 Davis Ave

165 Davis Ave

KearnyNJ07032
property at 99 Orient Ave

99 Orient Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305
property at 290 Summit Ave

290 Summit Ave

Jersey CityNJ07306
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Kearny, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kearny, NJ

Pricing Updated: 07/26/2025

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$3,825$1,40018
South Kearny$3,825$1,13038
Manor Section$3,900$1,7509
Arlington$4,200$1,75011

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. Parkwood Place Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. 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
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
The Agnes Co-LivingPrivate Room with Shared Bath B1BR,1BA$1,345

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ

As of July 26, 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
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
Forest Hill TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kearny

What type of rentals are currently available in Kearny?

There are currently 3420 Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ with pricing that ranges from $950 to $10,299. There are also 493 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kearny ranging from $850 to $5,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kearny?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kearny ranges from $850 to $5,100 with an average monthly rent of $3,088.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kearny?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kearny range from $1,350 to $9,765, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,130 to $5,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.