1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ Under $1,200 (61 Rentals)

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96 Union St
1 Bedroom Apartments

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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583 Mount Prospect Ave
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583 Mount Prospect Ave

583 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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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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802 Broadway
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802 Broadway

802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104
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17-21 Elwood Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

17-21 Elwood Pl

17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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Wainwright Street Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Wainwright Street Arms

214-218 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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Pavilion Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Towers

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

Elizabeth Goldsmith

691 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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25 Prospect St
1 Bedroom Apartments

25 Prospect St

25 Prospect StNewark, NJ 07105
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Grafton Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Grafton Arms

76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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289 Orange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103
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Evelyn Arms
1 Bedroom Apartments

Evelyn Arms

357 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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property at 196 Danforth Ave

$1,100 - $1,800

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196 Danforth Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305
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999 Stuyvesant Ave
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999 Stuyvesant Ave

999 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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The Abbington
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Abbington

460 Kennedy BlvdBayonne, NJ 07002
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The Majestic
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The Majestic

466 Highland AveOrange, NJ 07050
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1278-1280 Clinton Ave
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1278-1280 Clinton Ave

1278-1280 Clinton AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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151 N Walnut St
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151 N Walnut St

151 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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38 S Walnut St
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38 S Walnut St

38 S Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07018
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356 Stuyvesant Ave
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356 Stuyvesant Ave

356 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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94 S Munn Ave
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94 S Munn Ave

94 S Munn AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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Chestnut Park
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Chestnut Park

25 S Munn AveEast Orange, NJ 07017
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759 Avenue A
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759 Avenue A

759 Avenue ABayonne, NJ 07002
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Stuyvesant Gardens
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Stuyvesant Gardens

378-404 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Clinton House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton House

1254-1262 Clinton PlElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Munn Heritage
1 Bedroom Apartments

Munn Heritage

77 S Munn AveEast Orange, NJ 07018
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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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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    Jamela • 1+ years in Newark

    August 30, 2025

    Hello. Looking. For. A. Studio. That. Is. Spacious.

    Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Newark Apartments

    What is the Cheapest apartment in Newark with 1 Bedroom?

    Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Newark is at Garden Spires Apartments listed at $950.

    How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Newark Apartment?

    The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Newark is $2,366.

    What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Newark Apartment for rent?

    Today's apartment with the most square footage in Newark is a 1,278 square feet unit starting from $2,475 at 227 North Walnut.

    What is the average size for Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

    The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Newark is currently 1,500 sq ft.

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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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    Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

    Written by: Lauren Harrington

    This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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    Written by: Lauren Harrington

    This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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    Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

    Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

    Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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    18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

    Written by: Lauren Harrington

    Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.