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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ from $700 (17 Rentals)
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110 Vose AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Downtown, Maplewood, NJ Local Guide
Maplewood Avenue at Maplewood center by Leifern is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,461 | $2,220 | $2,725 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,642 | $1,385 | $4,750 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,461 | $1,799 | $6,750 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,015 | $2,300 | $6,485 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,879 | $2,600 | $5,700 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ.
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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 130 Mill Rd priced from $1,445. 671 Lincoln has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 130 Mill Rd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 671 Lincoln | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,499 |
| South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Union Mill Run | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1,755 |
| West Mill Gardens | $2.43/sq.ft. - The Belvedere | 1BR,1BA | $1,920 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NJ
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.04 price per square foot 19 Chapman Pl Model at 19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place in the in the Upper Irvington neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at The Summit starting at $3,650 with a $2.37 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place | 19 Chapman Pl | 4BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| The Summit | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 43 Frederick Ter, Unit 2nd Floor | 43 Frederick Ter | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 1793 Springfield Ave, Unit A | 1793 Springfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 144 S Durand Pl, Unit 1L | 144 S Durand Pl | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Eagle Rock Apartments at Maplewood | Maplewood | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 75 Union Pl, Unit B3 | 75 Union Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 671 Lincoln | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 130 Mill Rd | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown, Maplewood, NJ
Delia Bolden Elementary School
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Public School - Grades 3-5 (448)
7 out of 10
Columbia Senior High School
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1930)
5 out of 10
Maplewood Middle School
South Orange-Maplewood School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (721)
5 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $1,445 at 130 Mill Rd.
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 $2,268 at General Greene Village Apartment Homes.
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 $5,375.
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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