Cheap Homes for Rent in Fairmount Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $1,800 (8 Rentals)

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property at 306 S 19th St

306 S 19th St

NewarkNJ07103

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property at 448 S 13th St

448 S 13th St

NewarkNJ07103

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Fairmount, Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairmount Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairmount area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. The Mural has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,782. Here are the most affordable Fairmount apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+StudioStudio,1BA$1,369
The MuralStudio AStudio,1BA$1,782
The ModernSTUDIO Type AStudio,1BA$1,810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, NJ

As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairmount area is the $1.72 price per square foot 222 S 8th St Model at 222 S 8th St, Unit 2L in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Fairmount apartment is the 203 12th Ave Model at 203 12th Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,600 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairmount apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
222 S 8th St, Unit 2L222 S 8th St4BR,1BA$1.72
203 12th Ave, Unit 1203 12th Ave4BR,1BA$2.17
379 S 20th St, Unit 1R379 S 20th St3BR,1BA$2.09
618 S Orange Ave618 S Orange Ave3BR,1BA$2.30
104 21st St, Unit 2104 21st St3BR,1BA$2.20
123 S Munn Ave, Unit 5N123 S Munn Ave1BR,1BA$2.00
360 Grove St, Unit 1360 Grove St3BR,1BA$2.20
597 15th Ave, Unit 1597 15th Ave3BR,1BA$2.10
618 S Orange Ave, Unit 3618 S Orange Ave3BR,1BA$2.00
379 S 20th St, Unit 2R379 S 20th St3BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairmount

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairmount?

There are currently 153 Apartments for Rent in Fairmount, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,300 to $4,100. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairmount ranging from $1,800 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairmount?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairmount ranges from $1,800 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,757.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairmount?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairmount range from $2,000 to $3,419, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.