Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ from $800 (242 Rentals)

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305 Osborne Ter
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305 Osborne Ter

305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor Ave
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129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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802 Broadway
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802 Broadway

802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104
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96 Union St
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96 Union St

96 Union StNewark, NJ 07105
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595 Elizabeth Ave
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595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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218 Highland Ave
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218 Highland Ave

218 Highland AveNewark, NJ 07104
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17-21 Elwood Pl
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17-21 Elwood Pl

17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Wainwright Street Arms
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Wainwright Street Arms

214-218 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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Pavilion Towers
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Pavilion Towers

108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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Elizabeth Goldsmith
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Elizabeth Goldsmith

691 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Luxury Apartments
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Luxury Apartments

6 Pomona AveNewark, NJ 07112
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25 Prospect St
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25 Prospect St

25 Prospect StNewark, NJ 07105
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Grafton Arms
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Grafton Arms

76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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289 Orange St
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289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103
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Nyendak Apartments
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Nyendak Apartments

219-226 Lincoln AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Nyendak Apartments
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Nyendak Apartments

218 Lincoln AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Getting Around Newark, NJ

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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    August 30, 2025

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newark Apartments

    What is a cheap apartment in Newark?

    A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Newark is under $1,250.

    What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newark?

    The cheapest apartment in Newark is Garden Spires Apartments which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Newark costs $3,351.

    What types of apartments are the cheapest in Newark?

    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 86 regular apartments in Newark that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

    How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Newark?

    Cheap apartments in Newark have an average cost of $300 which is $3,051 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newark.

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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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    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

    Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

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    The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

    Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

    Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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    Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

    Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

    Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.