
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $850 (46 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Hill area of Newark.


148 Delavan Ave, Unit first floor

Parkwood Place Apartments

Addison Towers

Forest Hill Terrace

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197 Woodside Ave, Unit 3

Nyendak Apartments

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14 Halleck St, Unit 1

Forest Hill Towers
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840 Mt Prospect Ave

413 Summer Ave, Unit 3

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247 Parker St, Unit 3

40 Irving St, Unit B-1

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229 Bloomfield Ave

638 N 5th St, Unit 4

299 Summer Ave, Unit C3

266 1/2 Garside St, Unit 1

14 Nursery St, Unit 2
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111 Lincoln Ave, Unit 1B

14 Nursery St, Unit 2B

702 Ridge St

Summer Avenue Apartments

49 Seabury St

223-225 Mount Prospect Ave

Evelyn Arms

Grafton Arms
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17-21 Elwood Pl

330 Mount Prospect Ave

32-38 Carteret St

Nyendak Apartments

Lantana

Parkside Manor 55+ Community

Forest Hill House

Lobsang Apartments

Cherry Park Apartments
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840 Mt Prospect Ave

840 Mt Prospect Ave, Unit APT 1

276 Summer Ave

638 N 5th St

191 Bloomfield Ave

782-786-786 Mt Prospect Ave

840 Mt Prospect Ave

467-469-469 Summer Ave, Unit 3

69-71 Magnolia St
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59 Brighton Ave
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 | $1,363 | $1,250 | $1,575 |
| Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $1,000 | $2,300 |
| Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $900 | $3,100 |
| Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $850 | $3,000 |
| Forest Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $950 | $3,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 46 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 Parkwood Place Apartments priced from $1,250. Forest Hill Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Place Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Forest Hill Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Nyendak Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Tiffany Manor | Starting at $2,000 | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Summer Avenue Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, NJ
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Hill area is the $1.45 price per square foot 35 Woodside Pl Model at 35 Woodside Pl, Unit Second floor in the in the Lower Broadway neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Forest Hill apartment is the Starting at $2,000 Model at Tiffany Manor starting at $2,000 with a $1.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Woodside Pl, Unit Second floor | 35 Woodside Pl | 4BR,3BA | $1.45 |
| Tiffany Manor | Starting at $2,000 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 245 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 245 Mount Prospect Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Addison Towers | 402 C Balcony & NYC View | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 261 Ridge St, Unit #2 | 261 Ridge St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 548 Parker St, Unit 1 | 548 Parker St | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 14 Halleck St, Unit 1 | 14 Halleck St | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Nyendak Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 197 Woodside Ave, Unit Unit 3 | 197 Woodside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Hill is at Parkwood Place Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Hill Apartment is $1,450 at Parkwood Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Hill is starting from $1,750 at Parkwood Place Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
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