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292 Wainwright St
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292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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356 Stuyvesant Ave
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356 Stuyvesant Ave

356 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Maplewood, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Maplewood Apartments for Rent

 

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. Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Maplewood apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285
Newly Renovated Apt Across from City HallStudio (35)1BR,1BA$1,350
678 Scotland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,399

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maplewood, NJ

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Maplewood area is the $0.19 price per square foot 54 Brookdale Ave Model at 54 Brookdale Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Maplewood apartment is the 36 Boyden Ave Model at 36 Boyden Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,700 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Upper Vailsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maplewood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
54 Brookdale Ave, Unit 154 Brookdale Ave3BR,1BA$0.19
36 Boyden Ave, Unit 136 Boyden Ave3BR,3BA$1.85
56 Durand Pl, Unit 156 Durand Pl4BR,1BA$1.50
97 Hopkins Pl, Unit 297 Hopkins Pl3BR,1BA$1.53
South Orange Towers2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.57
309 Ellis Ave309 Ellis Ave3BR,1BA$1.62
77 Durand Pl, Unit 377 Durand Pl1BR,1BA$1.40
158 Alexander St, Unit 3rd Floor158 Alexander St1BR,1BA$1.40
53 Union Ave, Unit 40453 Union Ave2BR,1BA$1.81
678 Scotland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.75

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Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $1,350 at Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall.

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

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.