Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hill Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ from $800 (14 Rentals)

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Maplewood Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood Lofts

1585 Springfield AveMaplewood, NJ 07040

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$2,200

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19 Harding St

MaplewoodNJ07040
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999 Stuyvesant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

999 Stuyvesant Ave

999 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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College Hill, Maplewood, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available College Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Hill area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc at Maplewood priced from $2,650. Avalon Maplewood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,805. Here are the most affordable College Hill apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parc at Maplewood1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,650
Avalon MaplewoodA11L-9061BR,1BA$2,805
The Gleason1 Bed With Den1BR,1BA$3,195
Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$3,200
Clarus MaplewoodA1 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hill, NJ

As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the College Hill area is the $1.55 price per square foot 17 Union Ave Model at 17 Union Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Upper Irvington neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value College Hill apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft Model at 255 Tuscan starting at $3,650 with a $2.13 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
17 Union Ave, Unit 217 Union Ave3BR,2BA$1.55
255 Tuscan2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft2BR,2.5BA$2.13
The Summit2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.40
Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.58
348 Boyden Ave, Unit 4348 Boyden Ave4BR,2BA$2.72
Avalon MaplewoodA11L-9061BR,1BA$3.10
Clarus MaplewoodA1 - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.18
Parc at Maplewood1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.11
The Gleason1 Bed With Den1BR,1BA$3.85
90 Millburn Ave, Unit 190 Millburn Ave1BR,1BA$2.53

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College Hill, Maplewood, NJ

Ranked #3

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Hill Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Hill?

The cheapest apartment in College Hill is Parc at Maplewood which is listed at $2,650, while the average apartment in College Hill costs $3,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Hill?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in College Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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!