Cheap New Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ from $500 (15 Rentals)

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Building 6
Built in 2015Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Building 6

245 Halsey StNewark, NJ 07102
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Lantana
Built in 20211 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lantana

109 Broad StNewark, NJ 07102

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Residence on 18th
Built in 20191 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Residence on 18th

875 18th AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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95 N Walnut St
Built in 20161 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

95 N Walnut St

95 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017

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742 Park Avenue West
Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

742 Park Avenue West

742 Park AveEast Orange, NJ 07017
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The Clinton Grand North
Built in 2021Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Clinton Grand North

14 N Clinton StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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The Agnes Co-Living
Built in 20211 Bedroom Apartments

The Agnes Co-Living

132 Yale AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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14-20 Canfield St
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

14-20 Canfield St

14-20 Canfield StOrange, NJ 07050
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304 Ege Ave
Built in 20182 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

304 Ege Ave

304 Ege AveJersey City, NJ 07304
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Harvard Printing II
Built in 20171 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harvard Printing II

550 Central AveOrange, NJ 07050
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Harvard Printing II
Built in 20201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harvard Printing II

22 Central AveWest Orange, NJ 07052
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Williams Terrace
Built in 20191 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Williams Terrace

352 William StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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80 / 100

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54 / 100

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69 / 100

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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 $3,415.

    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 90 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 $317 which is $3,098 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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    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.