
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Newark Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $700 (11 Rentals)
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Downtown Newark, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Newark?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Newark Studio Apartments | $2,359 | $1,690 | $3,435 |
Downtown Newark 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,775 | $1,700 | $4,735 |
Downtown Newark 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,351 | $1,950 | $5,685 |
Downtown Newark 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,394 | $2,570 | $3,800 |
Downtown Newark 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,840 | $2,840 | $2,840 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Newark Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Newark Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Newark area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Clinton Street Lofts priced from $1,750. Teachers Village - 17 William has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Newark apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Clinton Street Lofts | F Line | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Teachers Village - 17 William | 1 Jr Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Water`s Edge | Layout D | Studio,1BA | $1,990 |
Textile Lofts | Studio With Office | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
The William House | Studio 11 | Studio,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Newark, NJ
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Newark area is the $2.09 price per square foot 16 Grant Ave Model at 16 Grant Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Downtown Newark apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath / 4 Line Model at 91 Halsey Street starting at $2,350 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Newark apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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16 Grant Ave, Unit 1 | 16 Grant Ave | 3BR,3BA | $2.09 |
91 Halsey Street | 2 Bed 1 Bath / 4 Line | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
115Bruen | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
Hahne and Co. | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
Teachers Village - 17 William | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
Walker House | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
5 Elm St, Unit 3 | 5 Elm St | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
65 Elm St, Unit 3 | 65 Elm St | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Textile Lofts | Studio With Office | Studio ,1BA | $2.99 |
Clinton Street Lofts | F Line | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Newark Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
94 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Newark Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Newark?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Newark is at Water`s Edge listed at $1,990.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Newark Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Newark Apartment is $1,750 at Clinton Street Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Newark Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Newark is starting from $2,300 at 115Bruen.
What is the most affordable Downtown Newark Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Newark Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 162 University Ave and starts from $2,570.
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