
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Hill Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $900 (14 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Forest Hill area of Newark.


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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 | $1,297 | $1,095 | $1,475 |
| Forest Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $1,250 | $2,000 |
| Forest Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,214 | $1,395 | $3,000 |
| Forest Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,442 | $1,800 | $2,900 |
| Forest Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $2,000 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 14 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 Nyendak Apartments priced from $1,095. Forest Hill Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Forest Hill apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nyendak Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Forest Hill Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Addison Towers | 402 H | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 89 Montclair Ave | 2B, 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Hill, NJ
As of November 02, 2025 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 200 Montclair Ave Model at 200 Montclair Ave starting at $2,650 with a $1.33 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 |
| 200 Montclair Ave | 200 Montclair Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 44 Elwood Ave, Unit 44 Elwood ave 3 bedroom | 44 Elwood Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| 313-315 Lake St | 2BR01-2nd | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 316 Summer Ave, Unit 3rd FL | 316 Summer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 283 Clifton Ave, Unit Clifton | 283 Clifton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 128 Elwood Ave, Unit 2 | 128 Elwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 62 Highland Ave, Unit 2 | 62 Highland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Forest Hill Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Addison Towers | 402 H | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Getting Around the Forest Hill Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
65 / 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 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 $2,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Hill is Nyendak Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Forest Hill costs $3,500.
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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