Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $800 (31 Rentals)

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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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289 Orange St
1 Bedroom Apartments

289 Orange St

289 Orange StNewark, NJ 07103
property at 38 Marrow St

38 Marrow St

NewarkNJ07103

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421 Central
1 Bedroom Apartments

421 Central

421 Central AveNewark, NJ 07107
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property at 30 Richmond St

30 Richmond St

NewarkNJ07103

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1 Vaughan Dr

NewarkNJ07103
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The Colonnade
3 Bedroom Apartments

The Colonnade

25 Clifton AveNewark, NJ 07104
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University Heights, Newark, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Newark, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Essex priced from $1,745. Clinton Street Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The EssexStudioStudio,1BA$1,745
Clinton Street LoftsF Line1BR,1BA$1,750
Arbol by Gomes1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,850
Vermella Broad StreetS3Studio,1BA$1,885
The BallantineS2.1Studio,1BA$1,995
Envy by Gomes1BD 1BA1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, NJ

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $1.89 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath / 4 Line Model at 91 Halsey Street in the in the Central Business District neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 82 2nd St Model at 82 2nd St starting at $2,150 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Central Business District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
91 Halsey Street2 Bed 1 Bath / 4 Line2BR,1BA$1.89
82 2nd St82 2nd St3BR,1BA$1.79
65 Hudson St, Unit 165 Hudson St4BR,1BA$2.41
Hahne and Co.1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.30
16 Duryea St, Unit 116 Duryea St3BR,1BA$2.15
45 N 6th St, Unit 245 N 6th St3BR,1BA$2.50
Walker House1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.52
45 Jones St, Unit 545 Jones St2BR,1BA$2.00
42 4th St, Unit 2L42 4th St2BR,1BA$2.12
65 Hudson St, Unit 365 Hudson St1BR,1BA$2.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, Newark, NJ

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Newark, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the University Heights Neighborhood in Newark, NJ

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

80 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Heights is at The Essex listed at $1,745.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Heights Apartment is $1,750 at Clinton Street Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Heights is starting from $2,350 at Clinton Street Lofts.

What is the most affordable University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 162 University Ave and starts from $2,570.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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

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