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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
Heritage EstatesStudio1BR,1BA$1,175
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Addison Towers402 BStudio,1BA$1,275
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Newark, NJ

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Newark area is the $0.74 price per square foot 126 Main St Model at 126 Main St, Unit 2 in the in the North Ironbound neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Greater Newark apartment is the 19 Chapman Pl Model at 19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place starting at $2,600 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Upper Irvington 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.
126 Main St, Unit 2126 Main St3BR,1BA$0.74
19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place19 Chapman Pl4BR,2BA$1.04
101 Parker St, Unit 1 st Floor101 Parker St3BR,1BA$0.88
7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R7 Sager Pl3BR,1BA$1.12
245 Mount Prospect Ave, Unit 1st Floor245 Mount Prospect Ave3BR,1BA$1.38
86 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 186 Hawthorne Ave3BR,1BA$1.31
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26
267 Ellis Ave, Unit 001267 Ellis Ave3BR,1BA$1.64
The Residences at Clinton Hill2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.05
300 Harrison Ave, Unit APT1300 Harrison AveStudio ,1BA$1.50

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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Newark

What type of rentals are currently available in Greater Newark?

There are currently 2973 Apartments for Rent in Greater Newark, NJ with pricing that ranges from $775 to $13,043. There are also 315 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater Newark ranging from $1,000 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Greater Newark?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Greater Newark ranges from $1,000 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,250.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Greater Newark?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Greater Newark range from $1,569 to $6,561, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,150.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.