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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $684 (37 Rentals)
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273 S Orange Ave
273 S Orange AveNewark, NJ 07103
284 Hunterdon St
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848 S 14th St, Unit 3
848 S 14th StNewark, NJ 07108
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899 S 19th St, Unit 3
899 S 19th StNewark, NJ 07108
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$1,559
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Base Rent$1,559
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218 Bergen St, Unit 3
218 Bergen StNewark, NJ 07103
31 Kent St
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233 Littleton Ave
NewarkNJ07103
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55 Treacy Ave
NewarkNJ07108
50 Treacy Ave
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Ridgeview Parc
566 Springfield AveNewark, NJ 07103
114 Littleton Ave
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61 16th Ave
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$1,800
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114 Littleton Ave, Unit 1
114 Littleton AveNewark, NJ 07103
8 Treacy Ave
NewarkNJ07108
176-178-178 12th Ave
NewarkNJ07107
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$1,850
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Base Rent$1,850
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809 S 16th St, Unit 2
809 S 16th StNewark, NJ 07108
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899 S 19th St
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311 Littleton Ave
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311 Littleton Ave, Unit 3
311 Littleton AveNewark, NJ 07103
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776 S 18th St, Unit 3
776 S 18th StNewark, NJ 07103
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352 S 6th St, Unit 2A
352 S 6th StNewark, NJ 07103
518 Springfield Ave
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348 S 6th St
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487 15th Ave, Unit First floor
487 15th Ave
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Fairmount Crossing
381 S Orange AveNewark, NJ 07103
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Golden Brick
391-401 13th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments
West Kinney Gardens
333 Springfield AveNewark, NJ 07103
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354 15th Ave
354 15th AveNewark, NJ 07103
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Avon Hills
739-745 S 10th StNewark, NJ 07108
453 S 17th St
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295 S 9th St
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3 Bedroom Apartments
176-178 12th Ave
176 12th AveNewark, NJ 07107
307-347-347 Littleton Ave
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318 Ellis Ave, Unit 3
318 Ellis Ave
IrvingtonNJ07111
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16 Montrose Terrace
IrvingtonNJ07111
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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 | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,365 | $2,275 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,600 | $3,290 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,800 | $4,200 |
| West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,605 | $2,000 | $3,100 |
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There are currently 37 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 1 Bed unit found at Ridgeview Parc priced from $1,800. 176-178 12th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Parc | 02 Line | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| 176-178 12th Ave | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| The Unity at S Orange Ave | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, NJ
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.18 price per square foot 408 14th Ave Model at 408 14th Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 51 Arverne Ter Model at 51 Arverne Ter, Unit #2 starting at $2,100 with a $1.40 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 408 14th Ave, Unit 2 | 408 14th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 51 Arverne Ter, Unit #2 | 51 Arverne Ter | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 465 S 16th St, Unit 2nd Floor Unit | 465 S 16th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 176-178 12th Ave | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 686 S 11th St, Unit First Floor | 686 S 11th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 643 S 13th St, Unit 2 | 643 S 13th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 347 Avon Ave | 347 Avon Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 218 Bergen St, Unit 3 | 218 Bergen St | 3BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 285 Rose St, Unit 1st Floor | 285 Rose St | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 809 S 16th St, Unit 2 | 809 S 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
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Best Local Schools in West Side, Newark, NJ
Harriet Tubman Elementary School
The Newark Public School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (298)
5 out of 10
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7 out of 10
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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 $1,800 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 $2,222 at Ridgeview Parc.
What is the most affordable West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 176-178 12th Ave and starts from $1,825.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.
Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.