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44 Elwood Ave, Unit Clifton rm
44 Elwood AveNewark, NJ 07104
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904 S 18th St
904 S 18th StNewark, NJ 07108
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The Residences at Clinton Hill
2 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07108
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Garden Spires Apartments
175-199 1st StNewark, NJ 07107
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779 Lake St
779 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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34-36-36 Nairn Pl
34-36-36 Nairn PlNewark, NJ 07108
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279 New York Ave, Unit 2
279 New York AveNewark, NJ 07105
108 Shanley Ave
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16 Irving St
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Parkwood Place Apartments
352-376 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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15 Voorhees St
15 Voorhees StNewark, NJ 07108
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15 Voorhees St
15 Voorhees StNewark, NJ 07108
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Addison Towers
402 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
65 Columbia St
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17 Elwood Pl
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645 Ferry St, Unit iron
645 Ferry StNewark, NJ 07105
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72 Seymour Ave
72 Seymour AveNewark, NJ 07108
58 Underwood St
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1 Noll Pl
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273 S Orange Ave
273 S Orange AveNewark, NJ 07103
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Heritage Estates
555 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Forest Hill Terrace
325 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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64 Cedar Ave
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196 Shephard Ave
196 Shephard AveNewark, NJ 07112
500 Hawthorne Ave
NewarkNJ07112
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Nyendak Apartments
219-226 Lincoln AveNewark, NJ 07104
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318 Grove St
318 Grove StNewark, NJ 07103
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354 15th Ave
354 15th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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High Park Terrace
36 Muhammad Ali AveNewark, NJ 07108
67 Victoria Ave
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79 Jackson St
79 Jackson StNewark, NJ 07105
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Golden Brick
391-401 13th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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292 Wainwright St
292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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Ivy Hill Park Apartments
5 Manor DrNewark, NJ 07106
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595 Elizabeth Ave
595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor Ave
129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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University Court, Inc.
419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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305 Osborne Ter
305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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Pavilion Towers
108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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103 Chancellor
103 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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223-225 Mount Prospect Ave
223-225 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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802 Broadway
802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104
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96 Union St
96 Union StNewark, NJ 07105
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218 Highland Ave
218 Highland AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Evelyn Arms
357 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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Grafton Arms
76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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17-21 Elwood Pl
17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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Newark, NJ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newark?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Newark Studio Apartments | $2,049 | $850 | $6,012 |
| Cheap Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,328 | $900 | $7,591 |
| Cheap Newark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $900 | $8,271 |
| Cheap Newark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,607 | $1,000 | $8,500 |
| Cheap Newark 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,893 | $800 | $4,800 |
| Newark 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,952 | $875 | $6,600 |
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Newark, NJ Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newark, NJ
Pricing Updated: 03/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Newark, NJ area range in price from $800 to $9,500 with an overall median price of $3,500. The three Newark neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Dayton at $1,400, South Broad Street at $850, and Dayton Weequahic Park at $1,375. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newark Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Dayton | $2,400 | $1,400 | 32 |
| South Broad Street | $2,425 | $850 | 16 |
| Dayton Weequahic Park | $2,500 | $1,375 | 43 |
| South Ironbound | $2,500 | $1,000 | 18 |
| Lower Roseville | $2,550 | $950 | 38 |
| Springfield Belmont | $2,550 | $850 | 38 |
| Ward 2 | $2,600 | $800 | 282 |
| Upper Clinton Hill | $2,700 | $900 | 69 |
| Upper Irvington | $2,725 | $1,250 | 47 |
| Weequahic | $2,750 | $1,450 | 42 |
Cheapest Available Newark Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Clinton Hill in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $932. Garden Spires Apartments in the Lower Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newark apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Residences at Clinton Hill | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| Garden Spires Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 296 South Harrison | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Addison Towers | 402 F | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newark area is the $0.30 price per square foot 17 Norfolk St Model at 17 Norfolk St in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Newark apartment is the 16 Marne St Model at 16 Marne St, Unit 2 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the North Ironbound neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newark apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 17 Norfolk St | 17 Norfolk St | 3BR,2BA | $0.30 |
| 16 Marne St, Unit 2 | 16 Marne St | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.24 |
| 55 Schley St | 55 Schley St | 3BR,2BA | $0.26 |
| 37 6th St, Unit 2 | 37 6th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.30 |
| 275 Rhode Island Ave, Unit 2nd Unit | 275 Rhode Island Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 44 N 16th St, Unit 1 | 44 N 16th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 24 Grand Ave, Unit 1 | 24 Grand Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 30 Mount Pleasant Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 30 Mount Pleasant Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 44 Elwood Ave, Unit Clifton rm | 44 Elwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 89 Clinton St, Unit apt 2 | 89 Clinton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Newark Overview
Located just eight miles from the excitement of New York City, apartments in Newark have been beckoning east coast residents for decades. Offering a compelling mix of convenience, big city amenities and a solid and ever-growing job market base, this working class New Jersey destination might just be the place you are looking for to call home.
Why live in Newark, NJ?
One of the most dynamic cities in all of New Jersey, rentals in Newark have much to offer. From nightlife to a flourishing job market, this east coast hot spot is a winning combination of industry, public parks and world-class shopping. Families will undoubtedly love the wide range of school options, and the local infrastructure makes travel a breeze. With the Big Apple just a short commute away, Newark apartments make an ideal settlement for many traveling New Yorkers as well.
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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 $1,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newark?
The cheapest apartment in Newark is The Residences at Clinton Hill which is listed at $932, while the average apartment in Newark costs $3,500.
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 166 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 $372 which is $3,128 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newark.
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