
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Maplewood, NJ from $700 (51 Rentals)
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161 Sunset Ave

Maple Gardens

Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall

158 Alexander St, Unit 3rd Floor

64 Cedar Ave

958 Chancellor Ave

Rutgers Arms

Millburn on Main

123 Milligan Pl
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789 S Orange Ave

296 Wainwright St, Unit B3

395 Berwick St

South Orange Towers

Monroe Gardens

Lotus 315

21 Leslie Pl

Larchmont Manor

Stuyvesant Gardens Irvington

292 Wainwright St
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Ivy Hill Park Apartments

356 Stuyvesant Ave

Felicia Village

Stuyvesant Gardens

1278-1280 Clinton Ave

999 Stuyvesant Ave

Residence on 18th

Colonial Village

Townley Garden Apartments

Wainwright Street Arms
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Eastern Parkway Apartments

448 Lincoln Ave

Union Square Apartments

Villager Apartments

343 Schley St

467 Lincoln Ave

Vose Manor

44-54 Rich St

471 Tremont Ave

977 Stuyvesant Avenue
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Village Apartments of the Jewish Federation

700 Chancellor Ave

671 Lincoln

130 Mill Rd

Millburn Mews

678 Scotland

Cove Gardens

1244-1252 Springfield Ave

The Townhouse

Wyoming Villas Apartments
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Maplewood, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Maplewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Studio Apartments | $1,918 | $1,700 | $2,597 |
| Maplewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $850 | $4,995 |
| Maplewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,139 | $1,650 | $6,500 |
| Maplewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $1,800 | $6,395 |
| Maplewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $2,350 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Maplewood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Maplewood, NJ is a Studio unit found at Maple Gardens in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $1,285. Rutgers Arms in the Livingston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Maplewood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Gardens | Apartment 06L | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| Rutgers Arms | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Millburn on Main | 223-229 & 271 - 3 Room 1 Bedroom Below Grade | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Monroe Gardens | Small One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Lotus 315 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Larchmont Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maplewood, NJ and Nearby
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Maplewood area is the $0.90 price per square foot 421 Halsted St Model at 421 Halsted St, Unit 1 in the in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Maplewood apartment is the 28 Young Ave Model at 28 Young Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Livingston neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maplewood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 421 Halsted St, Unit 1 | 421 Halsted St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 28 Young Ave, Unit 2 | 28 Young Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| 74 Kenmore Ave, Unit #1 | 74 Kenmore Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 32 Union Pl, Unit 2FL | 32 Union Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 516 Norwood St, Unit 2 | 516 Norwood St | 4BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 309 Ellis Ave | 309 Ellis Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 53 Union Ave, Unit 404 | 53 Union Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 182 Brookdale Ave, Unit 3 | 182 Brookdale Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 21 Leslie Pl | 21 Leslie Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 158 Alexander St, Unit 3rd Floor | 158 Alexander St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Best Local Schools in Maplewood, NJ
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Columbia Senior High School
Maplewood Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maplewood Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Maplewood?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Maplewood is at Maple Gardens listed at $1,285.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Maplewood Apartment is $1,550 at Rutgers Arms.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Maplewood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Maplewood is starting from $2,000 at Monroe Gardens.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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