Apartments for Rent by Owner in Newark, NJ (71 Rentals)

889 S 20th St, Unit Newly renovated apartment
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889 S 14th St, Unit 889 S 14th St Newark NJ

184 S 8th St, Unit First Floor

895 S 18th St, Unit 2nd floor
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74 Smith St, Unit First Floor - 1 unit
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58 Belmount Ave, Unit 58 BELMOUNT AVE

93 Hendel Ave, Unit 2

760 Hamilton St, Unit 2nd floor apt.
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266 Valley St, Unit First Floor

320 Claremont Ave, Unit 2nd floor

164 Eagle St, Unit 2nd floor

544 Joralemon St, Unit 2

156 Kearny Ave, Unit Shared Apartment

10 Jerome Ave, Unit 3rd floor

170 Sunset Ave, Unit 170 Sunset Ave apt#2nd fl
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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 |
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Newark Studio Apartments | $2,078 | $1,100 | $6,012 |
Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $800 | $7,591 |
Newark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,000 | $8,275 |
Newark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,721 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
Newark 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $2,000 | $9,647 |
Newark 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,289 | $2,700 | $4,400 |
Newark 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,465 | $3,450 | $10,000+ |
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Ridge Street Elementary School
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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
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Jamela • 1+ years in Newark
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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Newark Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Newark?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Newark is at 279 New York Ave, Unit 2 listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Newark Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Newark is $2,241.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Newark Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Newark is a 4,100 square feet unit starting from $2,800 at 28 Kent St, Unit 2.
What is the average size for Newark For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Newark is currently at 1,253 sq ft.
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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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.