
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ Under $1,600 (199 Rentals)


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Forest Hill Towers

Heritage Estates

Parkwood Place Apartments

Garden Spires Apartments

89 Montclair Ave

Nyendak Apartments

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495 S 18th St, Unit Apt #1, Unit Apt #1

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138 S 10th St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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69 Mapes Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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45 Finlay Pl

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73 Malvern St

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651 S 13th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

645 Ferry St, Unit iron, Unit iron

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279 New York Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

155 Smith St, Unit 3

1 Vassar Ave, Unit Apt 3

67 Lincoln Ave, Unit 44B

185 S 11th St, Unit 2
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155 Clifton Ave

157 Fairmount Ave

854 S 15th St

185 S 11th St

45 Bloomfield Ave

31-33-33 Tillinghast St

292 Wainwright St

96 Union St

595 Elizabeth Ave

583 Mount Prospect Ave
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305 Osborne Ter

129 Chancellor Ave

Ivy Hill Park Apartments

The Residences at Clinton Hill

223-225 Mount Prospect Ave

802 Broadway

17-21 Elwood Pl

Wainwright Street Arms

Pavilion Towers

Elizabeth Goldsmith

25 Prospect St

Grafton Arms

32-38 Carteret St

Evelyn Arms

289 Orange St

Montgomery Heights Apartments

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Parkside Manor 55+ Community

Court Tower Apartments

421 Central
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newark?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Studio Apartments | $2,047 | $500 | $3,300 |
| Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $750 | $8,017 |
| Newark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $875 | $8,271 |
| Newark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $838 | $8,500 |
| Newark 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,786 | $1,000 | $4,800 |
| Newark 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,958 | $875 | $6,600 |
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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 $2,362.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Newark Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Newark is a 1,340 square feet unit starting from $2,520 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 0 sq ft.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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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.

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.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.