
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairmount Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $600 (14 Rentals)
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Fairmount, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairmount?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairmount Studio Apartments | $1,369 | $1,369 | $1,369 |
Fairmount 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,300 | $2,450 |
Fairmount 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,100 | $2,700 |
Fairmount 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $1,750 | $3,000 |
Fairmount 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,469 | $2,350 | $2,745 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairmount Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Fairmount Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, NJ
As of July 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmount area is the $1.21 price per square foot 45 Watson Ave Model at 45 Watson Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Fairmount apartment is the 82 2nd St Model at 82 2nd St starting at $2,150 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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45 Watson Ave, Unit 3 | 45 Watson Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
82 2nd St | 82 2nd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
186 S 10th St, Unit 2 | 186 S 10th St | 4BR,2BA | $1.96 |
203 12th Ave, Unit 1 | 203 12th Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.00 |
379 S 20th St, Unit 1R | 379 S 20th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.09 |
25 S 17th St, Unit 2 | 25 S 17th St | 4BR,1BA | $2.14 |
414 S 15th St | 414 S 15th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
123 S Munn Ave, Unit 2K | 123 S Munn Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
597 15th Ave, Unit 1 | 597 15th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.10 |
618 S Orange Ave, Unit 5 | 618 S Orange Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.15 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFairmount, Newark, NJ
Ranked #20
Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Fairmount Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Fairmount Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairmount?
The cheapest apartment in Fairmount is Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $1,467, while the average apartment in Fairmount costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairmount?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Fairmount that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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