Cheap Homes for Rent in Greater Newark Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $800 (42 Rentals)

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property at 96-98 Peabody Pl

96-98 Peabody Pl

NewarkNJ07104
property at 117 Hudson St

117 Hudson St

NewarkNJ07103
property at 1 Noll Pl

1 Noll Pl

NewarkNJ07106
property at 1 Noll Pl

1 Noll Pl

NewarkNJ07106
property at 415 Dodd St

415 Dodd St, Unit 9

415 Dodd St
East OrangeNJ07017
property at 115 Cross St

115 Cross St, Unit 1

115 Cross St
East NewarkNJ07029
property at 1 Vaughan Dr

1 Vaughan Dr

NewarkNJ07103
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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 Garden Spires Apartments priced from $950. Heritage Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Greater Newark apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Spires Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Heritage EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,150
Parkwood Place ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Addison Towers402 BStudio,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Newark, NJ

As of October 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Greater Newark area is the $1.20 price per square foot 421 Halsted St Model at 421 Halsted St, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Vailsburg neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Greater Newark apartment is the 187 4th Ave Model at 187 4th Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,250 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Ward 1 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.
421 Halsted St, Unit 2421 Halsted St3BR,1BA$1.20
187 4th Ave, Unit 2187 4th Ave2BR,1BA$1.02
393 Lafayette St, Unit 1393 Lafayette St2BR,1BA$0.95
Tiffany Manor2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.10
7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R7 Sager Pl3BR,1BA$1.12
45 Watson Ave, Unit Unit 345 Watson Ave3BR,1BA$1.16
82 Scheerer Ave, Unit 282 Scheerer Ave3BR,1BA$1.24
408 14th Ave, Unit Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
156 Kearny Ave, Unit Shared Apartment156 Kearny Ave1BR,1BA$0.59
Garden Spires Apartments3 Beds, 1.5 baths3BR,1.5BA$1.26

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Greater Newark, Newark, NJ

Ranked #24

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Greater Newark

What type of rentals are currently available in Greater Newark?

There are currently 2949 Apartments for Rent in Greater Newark, NJ with pricing that ranges from $800 to $8,271. There are also 316 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Greater Newark ranging from $800 to $5,400.

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 $800 to $5,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,972.

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 $850 to $4,435, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.