Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Newark Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $600 (254 Rentals)

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$1,300

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2 Noll Pl

NewarkNJ07106
property at 120 S 7th St

$1,300 - $2,300

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120 S 7th St

NewarkNJ07107

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261 Ridge St
$1,450 - $2,300
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$1,450 - $2,300
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261 Ridge St

261 Ridge StNewark, NJ 07104
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197 Woodside Ave, Unit 3
$1,500
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197 Woodside Ave, Unit 3

197 Woodside AveNewark, NJ 07104
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property at 195 Lehigh Ave

$1,500 - $2,500

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195 Lehigh Ave

NewarkNJ07112
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292 S 7th St, Unit APT2
$1,550
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292 S 7th St, Unit APT2

292 S 7th StNewark, NJ 07103
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Greater Newark, Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greater Newark Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Newark area of Newark, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairmount Crossing priced from $684. The Residences at Clinton Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $932. Here are the most affordable Greater Newark apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairmount Crossing29.98% AMI1BR,1BA$684
The Residences at Clinton Hill1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$932
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
The Renaissance0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,150
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Heritage EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Newark, NJ

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater Newark area is the $0.23 price per square foot 104 Beaumont Pl Model at 104 Beaumont Pl, Unit 1 in the in the Forest Hill neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Greater Newark apartment is the 33 Norman Rd Model at 33 Norman Rd, Unit 31 starting at $2,150 with a $0.45 price per square foot in the Upper Vailsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Newark apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
104 Beaumont Pl, Unit 1104 Beaumont Pl2BR,1BA$0.23
33 Norman Rd, Unit 3133 Norman Rd3BR,1BA$0.45
167 Davis Ave, Unit 2167 Davis Ave1BR,1BA$0.35
69 N 13th St69 N 13th StStudio ,1BA$0.60
203 2nd St, Unit 203 2nd Street, Newark City, NJ 07107203 2nd St3BR,1BA$0.91
212 Oakwood Pl212 Oakwood Pl2BR,1BA$1.04
212 Oakwood Pl, Unit Lower Level212 Oakwood Pl3BR,1BA$1.09
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
408 14th Ave, Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
The Residences at Clinton Hill1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.04

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Newark. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Newark Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greater Newark?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greater Newark is at The Renaissance listed at $1,150.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Newark Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Newark Apartment is $684 at Fairmount Crossing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greater Newark Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greater Newark is starting from $820 at Fairmount Crossing.

What is the most affordable Greater Newark Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Greater Newark Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairmount Crossing and starts from $949.

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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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