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

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96 Union St
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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Court Tower Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Court Tower Apartments

1 Court StNewark, NJ 07102
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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 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Park Lofts

39-41 Lincoln ParkNewark, NJ 07102
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Hallmark House
1 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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Clinton Street LoftsF Line1BR,1BA$1,750
Teachers Village - 17 William1 Jr Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,800
Water`s EdgeLayout DStudio,1BA$1,990
Textile LoftsStudio With OfficeStudio,1BA$2,000
The William HouseStudio 11Studio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
16 Grant Ave, Unit 116 Grant Ave3BR,3BA$2.09
91 Halsey Street2 Bed 1 Bath / 4 Line2BR,1BA$1.89
115BruenTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.09
Hahne and Co.1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.30
Teachers Village - 17 William1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33
Walker House1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.52
5 Elm St, Unit 35 Elm St2BR,1BA$2.44
65 Elm St, Unit 365 Elm St1BR,1BA$2.13
Textile LoftsStudio With OfficeStudio ,1BA$2.99
Clinton Street LoftsF Line1BR,1BA$2.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Newark, Newark, NJ

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Newark. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 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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