
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $600 (24 Rentals)
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273 S Orange Ave, Unit 273D

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651 S 13th St, Unit 1

145 Fairmount Ave, Unit 3

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377 S 10th St, Unit 3

748 S 16th St, Unit 3

835 S 17th St, Unit 3

233 Littleton Ave, Unit 12
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148 Fairmount Ave, Unit Second Floor

354 15th Ave

318 16th Ave, Unit 2L

830 S 16th St

233 Littleton Ave, Unit 11

61 16th Ave, Unit 3

55 Treacy Ave

Golden Brick
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521 S 16th St

West Kinney Gardens

Avon Hills

726 S 15th St

289 Rose St

336 Madison Ave

336 Madison Ave

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309 Ellis Ave, Unit B
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West Side, Newark, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $1,225 | $1,225 | $1,225 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $684 | $2,200 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $820 | $2,903 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $949 | $2,800 |
| West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,300 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of Newark, NJ.
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Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Newark, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Fairmount Crossing priced from $820. 354 15th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount Crossing | 29.98% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| 354 15th Ave | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Ridgeview Parc | 04 Line | 1BR,1BA | $1,938 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, NJ
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.00 price per square foot 531 S 18th St Model at 531 S 18th St, Unit 531 S 18th Street in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 229 21st St Model at 229 21st St, Unit 229 21st Street starting at $2,250 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 531 S 18th St, Unit 531 S 18th Street | 531 S 18th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 229 21st St, Unit 229 21st Street | 229 21st St | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 408 14th Ave, Unit 2 | 408 14th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 489 S 17th St, Unit 2nd FL | 489 S 17th St | 4BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 148 Fairmount Ave, Unit Second Floor | 148 Fairmount Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 377 S 10th St, Unit 3 | 377 S 10th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 567 S 17th St, Unit 2 | 567 S 17th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 309 Ellis Ave, Unit B | 309 Ellis Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Fairmount Crossing | 57.98% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 273 S Orange Ave, Unit 273D | 273 S Orange Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Side, Newark, NJ
Ranked #13
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Side, Newark, NJ
Harriet Tubman Elementary School
Bard Early College High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment is $1,938 at Ridgeview Parc.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Side is starting from $820 at Fairmount Crossing.
What is the most affordable West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairmount Crossing and starts from $949.
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