
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ from $1,100 (98 Rentals)


Heritage Estates

Parkwood Place Apartments

311 Clinton Ave

Addison Towers

120 S 7th St

Forest Hill Terrace

The 540

Art Of Newark

292 Wainwright St
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Ivy Hill Park Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

595 Elizabeth Ave

Pavilion Towers

103 Chancellor Ave

Grafton Arms

Evelyn Arms

Aspen River Park

Nyendak Apartments

Building 6
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Court Tower Apartments

521 S 16th St

Forest Hill House

20 Littleton Ave. Affordable Housing for Rent

Grace West Manor

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2A Morton St, Unit 1

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81 Myrtle St, Unit John

177 Bergen Ave, Unit bell pike

151 South Munn Ave

Maple Gardens
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588 Argyle Ave

The Park View At 320

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510 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 2

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+

363 Park Ave

61 S Munn Ave, Unit 104

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340 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 6

Sheridan Gardens

Westminster Towers Apartments

107 New St
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Glenwood Apartments

157 S Harrison St, Unit 302F

1282 Clinton Ave

Cambridge Manor

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Orange Portfolio Holdings

380 Bloomfield Ave

16 Searing Ave, Unit B

Stiles Manor

Forest Hill Apartments

1225 John F. Kennedy Blvd
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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 | $2,091 | $1,100 | $3,886 |
| Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $684 | $9,702 |
| Newark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,893 | $820 | $9,558 |
| Newark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $600 | $8,500 |
| Newark 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $1,900 | $6,350 |
| Newark 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,579 | $3,700 | $5,500 |
| Newark 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $4,600 | $4,600 |
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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 $950.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Newark?
The cheapest apartment in Newark is Parkwood Place Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Newark costs $3,480.
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 239 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 $414 which is $3,066 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Newark.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.