
Cheap Homes for Rent in Kearny, NJ from $1,000 (68 Rentals)
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117 Hudson St

216 Matthews Drive

120 Orange St

67 Vaughan Dr

35 Rutgers Dr

1 Cornerstone Ln

201 Saint Pauls Ave, Unit 11 P
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22 Howard Ct

38 Marrow St

12 Colgate Dr

Private bedroom in 3 bed/1.5 bath Home

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Private bedroom in 3 bed/1.5 bath Home

12 Krueger Ct

141-143 Norfolk St

30 Richmond Street1 - Downstairs Standard

4 Rutgers Dr
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30 Richmond St

283 Monticello Ave

264 Old Bergen Rd

85 Woodlawn Ave

236 Warren St

37 Howard Ct

491 MERCER St

52 Broadway

1225 John F. Kennedy Blvd

1225 John F. Kennedy Blvd

135 Van Wagenen Ave
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48 Marrow Street3 - Master w/ Balcony Walk

48 Marrow St

44 S Orange Ave

117 Wade St, Unit 2 j

35 Harmon St

206 Matthews Drive

99 Clifton Pl, Unit 43

337-339 M.L.K. Drive

29 Westervelt Pl
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821 Bergen Ave

130 W 47th St, Unit 21

68 Bevan St

28 Thorne St

194 Kensington Ave

248 Avenue B

45 W 54th St

115 Cross St, Unit 1

817 Summer Ave
Kearny, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kearny?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kearny 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,473 | $1,700 | $4,550 |
Kearny 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,904 | $1,900 | $4,700 |
Kearny 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,495 | $2,400 | $5,000 |
Kearny 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,400 | $3,700 | $5,000 |
Kearny 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $3,500 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kearny, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/06/2025Current 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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Arlington | $2,800 | $1,200 | 42 |
Manor | $2,950 | $1,200 | 139 |
South Kearny | $3,375 | $1,000 | 395 |
Manor Section | $3,575 | $1,200 | 167 |
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 |
Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ
As of June 06, 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 126 Main St Model at 126 Main St, Unit 2 starting at $2,350 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the North Ironbound 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 |
126 Main St, Unit 2 | 126 Main St | 3BR,1BA | $0.74 |
90 Wakeman Ave, Unit 2 | 90 Wakeman Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
101 Parker St, Unit 1 st Floor | 101 Parker St | 3BR,1BA | $0.88 |
544 Mercer St, Unit 2 | 544 Mercer St | Studio ,1BA | $0.60 |
7 Wallis Ave, Unit 2 | 7 Wallis Ave | 3BR,3BA | $0.94 |
540 Mercer St | 540 Mercer St | 1BR,1BA | $0.55 |
400 N 12th St, Unit Newark | 400 N 12th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Garden Spires Apartments | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
678 Communipaw Ave | 678 Communipaw Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kearny
What type of rentals are currently available in Kearny?
There are currently 3427 Apartments for Rent in Kearny, NJ with pricing that ranges from $950 to $16,420. There are also 452 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kearny ranging from $1,050 to $8,500.
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 $1,050 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,277.
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 $1,250 to $16,420, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $4,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.
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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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