Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Newark Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $600 (230 Rentals)

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180 Chestnut St
$1,600 - $2,000
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180 Chestnut St

180 Chestnut StNewark, NJ 07105
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Golden Brick
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Brick

391-401 13th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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292 Wainwright St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

292 Wainwright St

292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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595 Elizabeth Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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University Court, Inc.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

University Court, Inc.

419 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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305 Osborne Ter
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

305 Osborne Ter

305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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Pavilion Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pavilion Towers

108 Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdNewark, NJ 07104
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1 Bedroom Apartments

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471 Washington StNewark, NJ 07102
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103 Chancellor
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

103 Chancellor

103 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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802 Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

802 Broadway

802-812 BroadwayNewark, NJ 07104

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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 The Residences at Clinton Hill priced from $932. Garden Spires Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Greater Newark apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Clinton Hill1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$932
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
296 South Harrison1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,249
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Addison Towers402 FStudio,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Newark, NJ

As of March 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater Newark area is the $0.30 price per square foot 17 Norfolk St Model at 17 Norfolk St in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Greater Newark apartment is the 16 Marne St Model at 16 Marne St, Unit 2 starting at $2,400 with a $0.24 price per square foot in the North Ironbound 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.
17 Norfolk St17 Norfolk St3BR,2BA$0.30
16 Marne St, Unit 216 Marne St3BR,2.5BA$0.24
55 Schley St55 Schley St3BR,2BA$0.26
275 Rhode Island Ave, Unit 2nd Unit275 Rhode Island Ave3BR,1BA$0.85
44 N 16th St, Unit 144 N 16th St3BR,1BA$0.90
841 Adams Ave, Unit 2841 Adams Ave3BR,1.5BA$0.72
24 Grand Ave, Unit 124 Grand Ave3BR,1BA$0.98
30 Mount Pleasant Ave, Unit 2nd Floor30 Mount Pleasant Ave3BR,2BA$1.05
44 Elwood Ave, Unit Clifton rm44 Elwood Ave2BR,1BA$0.75
The Residences at Clinton Hill2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.05

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Lifestyle Ratings

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 Parkwood Place Apartments listed at $1,250.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Newark Apartment is $932 at The Residences at Clinton Hill.

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 $1,050 at Garden Spires Apartments.

What is the most affordable Greater Newark Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Greater Newark Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Garden Spires Apartments and starts from $1,569.

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