
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ from $1,050 (41 Rentals)


The Residences at Clinton Hill

University Court, Inc.

129 Chancellor Ave

60-70 Crawford St

330 Mount Prospect Ave

802 Broadway

292 Wainwright St
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343 Schley St

595 Elizabeth Ave

Wainwright Street Arms

City View Landing Family

440 Washington Street Apartments

Georgia King Village

Montgomery Heights Apartments

354 15th Ave
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Ashland Assoc.

176 Garfield Ave

191 Wegman Pkwy

The Majestic

Stuyvesant Gardens Irvington

116 Lenox Ave

356 Stuyvesant Ave

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Senior Horizon

207 S Harrison St

Stuyvesant Gardens

38 S Walnut St

Felicia Village

Arlington Court Apartments

130 Prospect Street Apartments

44-54 Rich St
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Chestnut Park

The Bordeaux

Rockledge Apartments

700 Chancellor Ave

14-20 Canfield St

92 Monroe Pl

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Clinton House
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304 Ege Ave
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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 | $2,033 | $1,125 | $6,012 |
| Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,310 | $850 | $7,591 |
| Newark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $1,050 | $9,137 |
| Newark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $1,200 | $4,890 |
| Newark 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $800 | $5,750 |
| Newark 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,510 | $2,500 | $6,600 |
| Newark 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 |
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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 $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newark?
The cheapest apartment in Newark is Garden Spires Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Newark costs $3,710.
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 151 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 $273 which is $3,437 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newark.
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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.

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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.