
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hill Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ from $800 (12 Rentals)
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747 Valley Apartments

12 Orchard Rd

93 Hughes St

485 Valley St, Unit 483

216 Tuscan Rd
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1878 Springfield Ave

Maplewood Lofts

Avalon Maplewood

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356 Carnegie Pl, Unit 2

999 Stuyvesant Ave

97 Coolidge St
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College Hill, Maplewood, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Hill Studio Apartments | $1,475 | $1,475 | $1,475 |
| College Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,588 | $1,725 | $3,650 |
| College Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,418 | $2,075 | $4,957 |
| College Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,360 | $2,600 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the College Hill Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ.
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Cheapest Available College Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Hill area of Newark, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at 93 Hughes St priced from $2,050. Parc at Maplewood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here are the most affordable College Hill apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93 Hughes St | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Parc at Maplewood | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| The Gleason | 1 Bed With Den | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
| Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $3,200 |
| Clarus Maplewood | A1 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hill, NJ
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Hill area is the $2.13 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft Model at 255 Tuscan in the in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value College Hill apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Summit starting at $3,700 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255 Tuscan | 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.13 |
| The Summit | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Clarus Maplewood | B1 - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.31 |
| 1974 William St, Unit 1 | 1974 William St | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| 93 Hughes St | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.28 |
| Parc at Maplewood | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 348 Boyden Ave, Unit 3 | 348 Boyden Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Gleason | 1 Bed With Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Avalon Maplewood | S1L-648 | Studio ,1BA | $3.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Hill, Maplewood, NJ
Ranked #3
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in College Hill, Maplewood, NJ
Tuscan Elementary School
Columbia Senior High School
Maplewood Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Hill Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Hill Apartment is $2,435 at Avalon Maplewood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Hill is starting from $2,050 at 93 Hughes St.
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