Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ from $700 (67 Rentals)

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Maplewood Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood Lofts

1585 Springfield AveMaplewood, NJ 07040
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Avalon Maplewood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon Maplewood

200 Boyden AveMaplewood, NJ 07040
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999 Stuyvesant Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

999 Stuyvesant Ave

999 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Felicia Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Felicia Village

1006 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Vose Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Vose Manor

147-151 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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977 Stuyvesant Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

977 Stuyvesant Avenue

977-983 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Hilltop Senior
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Senior

280 Park PlIrvington, NJ 07111
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671 Lincoln Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

671 Lincoln Ave

671 Lincoln AveOrange, NJ 07050
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130 Mill Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

130 Mill Rd

130 Mill RdIrvington, NJ 07111
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Millburn Mews
1 Bedroom Apartments

Millburn Mews

56 Mechanic StMillburn, NJ 07041
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678 Scotland
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

678 Scotland

676-678 Scotland AveOrange, NJ 07050
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property at 240 Burkley Pl

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240 Burkley Pl

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The Townhouse
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Townhouse

107 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Grove Terrace 185
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Terrace 185

185 S Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Dayna Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Dayna Commons

295 Millburn AveMillburn, NJ 07041

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Downtown, Maplewood, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 678 Scotland priced from $1,399. 113-117 Vose Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
678 Scotland1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,399
113-117 Vose AvenueStudioStudio,1BA$1,625
747 Valley Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,675
22 Cottage0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,800
West Mill Gardens$2.38/sq.ft. - The Astor1BR,1BA$1,895
Art Deco Charm in the Heart of Downtown1 BR1BR,1BA$1,995
56-Village Court Apartments, LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NJ

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.50 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Summit in the in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft Model at 255 Tuscan starting at $3,300 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Union Center Four Corners neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Summit2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.50
255 Tuscan2 Bedroom 2.5 Bath w/ Loft2BR,2.5BA$2.20
Maplewood Crossing Luxury Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.58
West Mill Gardens$2.14/sq.ft. - The Chelsea2BR,1.5BA$2.65
Spring Mill Manor$3.31/sq.ft. - E1BR,1BA$2.74
Rose Garden - Your Gateway to Modern Living and Seamless NYC Commutes!2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.11
The Cove at SpringfieldOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.58
348 Boyden Ave, Unit 3348 Boyden AveStudio ,1BA$1.61
Art Deco Charm in the Heart of Downtown1 BR1BR,1BA$2.63
90 Millburn Ave, Unit 190 Millburn Ave1BR,1BA$2.73

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across New Jersey, including Maplewood. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at 113-117 Vose Avenue listed at $1,625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,399 at 678 Scotland.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $1,599 at 678 Scotland.

What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avalon Union and starts from $3,480.

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