
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Vailsburg Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $800 (8 Rentals)
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342 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 12

Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+
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Lower Vailsburg, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Vailsburg?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lower Vailsburg Studio Apartments | $2,004 | $1,300 | $3,600 |
Lower Vailsburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $950 | $2,250 |
Lower Vailsburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $1,650 | $3,000 |
Lower Vailsburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,361 | $1,800 | $2,900 |
Lower Vailsburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,466 | $2,450 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Lower Vailsburg Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Vailsburg area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ priced from $1,369. Astor by Gomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. Here are the most affordable Lower Vailsburg apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
Astor by Gomes | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
South Orange Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Vailsburg, NJ
As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Vailsburg area is the $1.69 price per square foot 309 Ellis Ave Model at 309 Ellis Ave in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Lower Vailsburg apartment is the 591 S 19th St Model at 591 S 19th St, Unit 2 starting at $2,450 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Vailsburg apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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309 Ellis Ave | 309 Ellis Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.69 |
591 S 19th St, Unit 2 | 591 S 19th St | 4BR,1BA | $2.04 |
145 Vermont Ave, Unit 2 | 145 Vermont Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.08 |
38 Columbia Ave, Unit 1 | 38 Columbia Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
South Orange Towers | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
67 Stockman Pl, Unit B | 67 Stockman Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
99 Columbia Ave, Unit 3 | 99 Columbia Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
618 S Orange Ave, Unit 5 | 618 S Orange Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
51 Oakland Ter, Unit 1 | 51 Oakland Ter | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
342 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 12 | 342 Stuyvesant Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLower Vailsburg, Newark, NJ
Ranked #21
Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Lower Vailsburg Neighborhood in Newark, NJ
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Vailsburg Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Vailsburg?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Vailsburg is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Vailsburg?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Vailsburg is Heritage House Senior Apartments 62+ which is listed at $1,467, while the average apartment in Lower Vailsburg costs $2,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Vailsburg?
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 2 regular apartments in Lower Vailsburg that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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