
Apartments for Rent in the South Kearny Neighborhood of Kearny, NJ (416 Rentals)


160-164 Stuyvesant Ave

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516 Forest St

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664 Forest St, Unit 1

150 Midland Ave, Unit 2

740 Elm St, Unit 3

362 Forest St, Unit 1

396 Belleville Turnpike, Unit 3

560 Forest St, Unit 2

155 Midland Ave
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271 Davis Ave

408 Forest St

210 Sandford Ave

760 Forest St

425 Davis Ave

408 Forest St, Unit 410

11 Schuyler Ct, Unit R2

700 Schuyler Ave

703 Schuyler Ave

703 Schuyler Ave
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Verde Jersey City

The Ballantine

3 Acres

The Agnes

Xchange at Secaucus Junction

The Agnes Co-Living

592 Bramhall Avenue

Art Deco Apartments on Lincoln Park

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135 Mallory Ave, Unit 504
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186 Fairview Ave, Unit A2

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55 Hawkins St, Unit LARGE 2 LEVEL APARTMENT FOR RENT

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770 Westside Ave, Unit 3

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254 Clinton Ave, Unit 1

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121 Mallory Ave, Unit 121 Mallory Ave #3

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19 Delaware Ave, Unit 2

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133 Boyd Ave, Unit 1

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133 Boyd Ave, Unit 1

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102 Chapel St

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530 W Side Ave, Unit 3L
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530 W Side Ave

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646 Ferry St, Unit 2

242 Lexington Ave, #6, Unit 6

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394 Virginia Ave, Unit GND Floor

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318 Union St, Unit A1

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28 Dales Ave, Unit 3

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645 Ferry St, Unit iron

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23 Williams Ave, Unit 2

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500 W Side Ave, Unit a

30 Emerson Ave
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South Kearny, Kearny, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Kearny?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Kearny Studio Apartments | $2,084 | $1,495 | $2,430 |
| South Kearny 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,498 | $1,300 | $6,739 |
| South Kearny 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,595 | $1,750 | $8,770 |
| South Kearny 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $1,900 | $4,775 |
| South Kearny 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,180 | $2,350 | $9,092 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South Kearny?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,321 | $2,100 | $2,850 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,820 | $2,100 | $3,800 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Kearny, Kearny, NJ
Ranked #1
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including South Kearny, Kearny, and the greater New York City area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about South Kearny
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South Kearny area of Kearny, NJ?
As of today, August 14, 2026, there are currently 416 available South Kearny apartments priced from $1,300 to $9,092, with an average monthly rent of $2,982.
How much are Studio apartments in South Kearny?
There are currently 183 Studio Apartments in South Kearny with rent ranges from $1,495 to $2,430 with an average price of $2,084.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Kearny Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Kearny ranges from $1,300 to $6,739 with an average monthly rent of $2,498.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Kearny cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Kearny range from $1,750 to $8,770. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,595.
How expensive are South Kearny Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 61 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Kearny on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,900 to $4,775 - averaging $3,028 for the location.
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