Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ from $500 with Washer/Dryer (24 Rentals)

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Cottage Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage Place

643 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07102
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Luxury Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Luxury Apartments

6 Pomona AveNewark, NJ 07112
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421 Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 Central

421 Central AveNewark, NJ 07107
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West Kinney Gardens
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

West Kinney Gardens

333 Springfield AveNewark, NJ 07103
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469 Elizabeth Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

469 Elizabeth Ave

463 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Colonial Village
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Colonial Village

44 Paine AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Parker's View
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parker's View

350 Irvington AveElizabeth, NJ 07208

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Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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95 N Walnut St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

95 N Walnut St

95 N Walnut StEast Orange, NJ 07017
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Salem Equity
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Salem Equity

610 Salem AveElizabeth, NJ 07208
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Getting Around Newark, NJ

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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 $1,175.

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 $3,336.

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 88 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 $138 which is $3,198 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newark.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.