
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $800 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Hill area of Newark.


779 Lake St

223-225 Mount Prospect Ave

Grafton Arms

17-21 Elwood Pl
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Evelyn Arms

218 Highland Ave

330 Mount Prospect Ave

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Forest Hill, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hill Studio Apartments | $1,359 | $1,250 | $1,550 |
| Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $950 | $1,850 |
| Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,750 | $3,000 |
| Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $850 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Forest Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Hill area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Addison Towers priced from $1,275. Parkwood Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Towers | 402 F | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Forest Hill Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, NJ
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Tiffany Manor in the in the Forest Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Forest Hill apartment is the 283 Clifton Ave Model at 283 Clifton Ave, Unit Clifton starting at $1,900 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Forest Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffany Manor | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| 283 Clifton Ave, Unit Clifton | 283 Clifton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Addison Towers | 380 B | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| Forest Hill Terrace | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.90 |
| Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.83 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Hill is under $2,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Hill is Parkwood Place Apartments which is listed at $1,475, while the average apartment in Forest Hill costs $2,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Hill?
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 3 regular apartments in Forest Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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