Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Newark Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $700 (10 Rentals)

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University Court, Inc.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Court, Inc.

419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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96 Union St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

96 Union St

96 Union StNewark, NJ 07105
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25 Prospect St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

25 Prospect St

25 Prospect StNewark, NJ 07105

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Building 6
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Building 6

245 Halsey StNewark, NJ 07102
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Lincoln Park Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Park Lofts

39-41 Lincoln ParkNewark, NJ 07102
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Hallmark House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hallmark House

10 Hill StNewark, NJ 07102
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Downtown Newark, Newark, NJ Local Guide

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 Teachers Village - 17 William priced from $1,800. 915 Broad has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,810. Here are the most affordable Downtown Newark apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Teachers Village - 17 William1 Jr Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,800
915 Broad1 BR1BR,1BA$1,810
Walker HouseStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,857

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Newark, NJ

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Newark area is the $2.51 price per square foot Abbey Model at Halston Flats in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value Downtown Newark apartment is the 392 Broad St Model at 392 Broad St, Unit 2 starting at $2,350 with a $2.47 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Halston FlatsAbbey2BR,1BA$2.51
392 Broad St, Unit 2392 Broad St2BR,1BA$2.47
25 Cottage St, Unit 325 Cottage St2BR,1BA$2.21
Teachers Village - 17 William1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33
118 Elm St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.14
289-293 Halsey StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.34
Hahne and Co.2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.26
110 Elm St, Unit 1110 Elm St3BR,1BA$3.25
915 Broad1 BR1BR,1BA$2.48
Walker HouseStudio / 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.92

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Newark, Newark, NJ

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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 Walker House listed at $1,857.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Newark Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Newark Apartment is $1,800 at Teachers Village - 17 William.

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 $2,308 at The Mercer.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.