
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kenilworth, NJ from $900 (45 Rentals)
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1860 Cider Mill Rd

240 Burkley Pl

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147 E 1st Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

Millburn on Main

Lockwood Village

The Crossings at Union

Rosewood Gardens

Meridia Roselle Park 10
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439 Willow Ave

Normandy Village

5th Avenue Apartments

Cheryl Gardens

227 E 3rd Ave

301 Tucker Ave

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403 Chestnut St, Unit B5, Unit B5

Sunrise Village Apartments!

Chestnut Station
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300 Concord Ave

300 Concord Ave

801 Mountain Ave, Unit A

604 Chestnut St

1081 Stuyvesant Ave.

7 Bashford Ave

20 W Holly St

Amsterdam Gardens

336 E Westfield Ave
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300 E Westfield Ave

Rainbow Gardens

Paradise Gardens

Grande Apartments

240 Burkley Pl

Schaefer Gardens

Carina Court

Sheridan Gardens

2074 Stowe St
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Webster Gardens

301 E 9th Ave

Larchmont Manor

Michael's Manor

Townley Garden Apartments

Stuyvesant Plaza

592 Sherman Ave

97 Coolidge St

Carlyle
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Kenilworth, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kenilworth?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Kenilworth Studio Apartments | $1,898 | $1,500 | $2,409 |
| Cheap Kenilworth 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $1,625 | $3,840 |
| Cheap Kenilworth 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,121 | $1,800 | $5,895 |
| Cheap Kenilworth 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $2,500 | $6,695 |
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Cheapest Available Kenilworth Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kenilworth, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Lockwood Village priced from $1,680. Rosewood Gardens in the Livingston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kenilworth apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lockwood Village | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Meridia Roselle Park 10 | 1B2 | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Normandy Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Cheryl Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Sunrise Village Apartments! | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,885 |
| Chestnut Station | 1 BR new Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Park | 1 Bed/1 Bath-A-1 Phase IV | 1BR,1BA | $1,984 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kenilworth, NJ
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kenilworth area is the $2.56 price per square foot Spruce Model at Springfield Gardens in the in the Wychwood neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Kenilworth apartment is the 34 North Ave W Model at 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R starting at $2,800 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kenilworth apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Gardens | Spruce | 2BR,3BA | $2.56 |
| 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R | 34 North Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 38 North Ave E, Unit Unit 1 | 38 North Ave E | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 24 Springfield Ave | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| Floral Gardens | $2.39/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Cove at Springfield | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| The Crossings at Union | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 350 Sheridan Ave | 350 Sheridan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Chestnut Station | 1 BR new Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kenilworth Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kenilworth?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kenilworth is at Meridia Roselle Park 10 listed at $1,795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kenilworth Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kenilworth Apartment is $1,680 at Lockwood Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kenilworth Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kenilworth is starting from $2,169 at Normandy Village.
What is the most affordable Kenilworth Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Kenilworth Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vermella Garwood Station and starts from $5,373.
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