
Apartments for Rent in Newark, NJ Under $1,600 (287 Rentals)


89 Montclair Ave

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45 Finlay Pl

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184 Walnut St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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222 S 10th St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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354 15th Ave

High Park Terrace

Nyendak Apartments

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73 Malvern St
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138 S 10th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

Forest Hill Terrace

Heritage Estates

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69 Mapes Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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495 S 18th St, Unit Apt #1, Unit Apt #1

645 Ferry St, Unit iron, Unit iron

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651 S 13th St, Unit 1, Unit 1

Addison Towers

Parkwood Place Apartments

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75 Carolina Ave
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279 New York Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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185 S 11th St, Unit 2

185 S 11th St

155 Clifton Ave

31-33-33 Tillinghast St

854 S 15th St

1 Vassar Ave, Unit Apt 3

151 Smith St, Unit 4
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67 Lincoln Ave

45 Bloomfield Ave

67 Lincoln Ave, Unit 44B

155 Smith St, Unit 3

157 Fairmount Ave

Cottage Place

Hallmark House

Avon Hills

Grace West Manor

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Lobsang Apartments

469 Elizabeth Ave

Forest Hill House

Georgia King Village

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West Kinney Gardens

440 Washington Street Apartments

Lincoln Park Lofts

521 S 16th St

603 Elizabeth Avenue
Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newark?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Studio Apartments Under $1600 | $2,047 | $500 | $3,300 |
| Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1600 | $2,362 | $750 | $8,017 |
| Newark 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1600 | $2,805 | $875 | $8,271 |
| Newark 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1600 | $2,609 | $838 | $8,500 |
| Newark 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1600 | $2,786 | $1,000 | $4,800 |
| Newark 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,958 | $875 | $6,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Newark
How much are Studio apartments in Newark?
There are currently 1,757 Studio Apartments in Newark with rent ranges from $500 to $3,300 with an average price of $2,047.
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 $8,017 with an average monthly rent of $2,362.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Newark cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Newark range from $875 to $8,271. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,805.
How expensive are Newark Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 808 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Newark on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $838 to $8,500 - averaging $2,609 for the location.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.