Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ Under $1,200 (96 Rentals)

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289 Orange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103
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32-38 Carteret St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

32-38 Carteret St

32-38 Carteret StNewark, NJ 07104

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25 Prospect St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25 Prospect St

25 Prospect StNewark, NJ 07105
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343 Schley St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

343 Schley St

343 Schley StNewark, NJ 07112
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Elizabeth Goldsmith
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elizabeth Goldsmith

691 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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Aspen River Park
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen River Park

17 Oxford StNewark, NJ 07105
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330 Mount Prospect Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

330 Mount Prospect Ave

330 Mount Prospect AveNewark, NJ 07104
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60-70 Crawford St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

60-70 Crawford St

60-70 Crawford StNewark, NJ 07102
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Wainwright Street Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wainwright Street Arms

214-218 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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Grafton Arms
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grafton Arms

76-82 Grafton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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Evelyn Arms
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Evelyn Arms

357 Lake StNewark, NJ 07104
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17-21 Elwood Pl
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17-21 Elwood Pl

17-21 Elwood PlNewark, NJ 07104
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96 Union St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

96 Union St

96 Union StNewark, NJ 07105
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802 Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

802 Broadway

802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104
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103 Chancellor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

103 Chancellor

103 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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Pavilion Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Towers

108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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305 Osborne Ter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

305 Osborne Ter

305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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University Court, Inc.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Court, Inc.

419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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595 Elizabeth Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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292 Wainwright St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

292 Wainwright St

292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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Golden Brick
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Brick

391-401 13th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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27 High St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

27 High St

27 High StOrange, NJ 07050
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The Bordeaux
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bordeaux

445 Central AveOrange, NJ 07050
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    Jamela • 1+ years in Newark

    August 30, 2025

    Hello. Looking. For. A. Studio. That. Is. Spacious.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Newark

    How much are Studio apartments in Newark?

    There are currently 1,754 Studio Apartments in Newark with rent ranges from $500 to $3,300 with an average price of $2,035.

    What is the current price range for One Bedroom Newark Apartments for rent?

    Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Newark ranges from $750 to $7,591 with an average monthly rent of $2,354.

    What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Newark cost?

    The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Newark range from $890 to $8,271. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,807.

    How expensive are Newark Three Bedroom Apartments?

    There are currently 813 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Newark on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $895 to $8,500 - averaging $2,604 for the location.

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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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    Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

    Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

    Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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    18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

    Written by: Lauren Harrington

    Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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    A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

    Written by: Bob Mallory

    Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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    Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

    Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

    Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.