Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Business District Newark, NJ from $1,000 (22 Rentals)

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property at 117 Hudson St

$1,150 - $1,400

Studio Rentals

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117 Hudson St

NewarkNJ07103

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property at 1 Cornerstone Ln

$1,200 - $1,650

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1 Cornerstone Ln

NewarkNJ07103
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Central Business District, Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Art Of Newark priced from $1,650. Teachers Village - 17 William has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Art Of Newark44_STUDIStudio,1BA$1,650
Teachers Village - 17 William1 Jr Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
118 Adams St309Studio,1BA$1,800
Hoyt TowerStudioStudio,1BA$1,875
Iron6509Studio,1BA$1,949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, NJ

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.86 price per square foot 158 Oliver St Model at 158 Oliver St, Unit 1 in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the 125 Pacific St Model at 125 Pacific St, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $2,600 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
158 Oliver St, Unit 1158 Oliver St4BR,2BA$1.86
125 Pacific St, Unit 2nd Floor125 Pacific St2BR,1BA$1.68
525 Harrison Ave, Unit 2F525 Harrison Ave2BR,1BA$1.60
194 Market St3001BR,1BA$1.81
130 Elm St, Unit 3130 Elm St3BR,1BA$1.92
30 Elm St, Unit 230 Elm St3BR,1BA$2.27
High Park TerraceTHREE BEDROOM3BR,1BA$2.14
10 Pennsylvania Ave, Unit 110 Pennsylvania Ave3BR,1BA$2.22
147 Ferry St, Unit 3 R147 Ferry St1BR,1BA$2.09
339 Lafayette St, Unit 3339 Lafayette St1BR,1BA$2.22

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Business District, Newark, NJ

Ranked #3

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Business District

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Business District?

There are currently 555 Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $6,195. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Business District ranging from $1,000 to $4,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Business District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Business District ranges from $1,000 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,225.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Business District?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Business District range from $2,000 to $6,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,350 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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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.