Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Newark, NJ from $600 (24 Rentals)

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Golden Brick
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Brick

391-401 13th AveNewark, NJ 07103
  • Utilities Included

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521 S 16th St
Studio Apartments

521 S 16th St

521 S 16th StNewark, NJ 07103
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West Kinney Gardens
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

West Kinney Gardens

333 Springfield AveNewark, NJ 07103
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Avon Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Avon Hills

739-745 S 10th StNewark, NJ 07108
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property at 289 Rose St

$1,600 - $2,600

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 1

289 Rose St

NewarkNJ07108
property at 336 Madison Ave

$1,700

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336 Madison Ave

NewarkNJ07108
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309 Ellis Ave, Unit B
$1,600
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309 Ellis Ave, Unit B

309 Ellis AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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West Side, Newark, NJ Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairmount Crossing29.98% AMI2BR,1BA$820
354 15th Ave2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1,500
Ridgeview Parc04 Line1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
531 S 18th St, Unit 531 S 18th Street531 S 18th St3BR,2BA$1.00
229 21st St, Unit 229 21st Street229 21st St3BR,1BA$1.00
408 14th Ave, Unit 2408 14th Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
489 S 17th St, Unit 2nd FL489 S 17th St4BR,1BA$1.92
148 Fairmount Ave, Unit Second Floor148 Fairmount Ave1BR,1BA$1.36
377 S 10th St, Unit 3377 S 10th St1BR,1BA$1.40
567 S 17th St, Unit 2567 S 17th St3BR,1BA$1.80
309 Ellis Ave, Unit B309 Ellis Ave2BR,1BA$2.00
Fairmount Crossing57.98% AMI1BR,1BA$1.99
273 S Orange Ave, Unit 273D273 S Orange AveStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Side, Newark, NJ

Ranked #13

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

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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.

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.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.