
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Newton, NJ from $900 (21 Rentals)
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73 Sparta Ave

29 Paterson Ave

Brook Bridge Apartments

3 Swartswood Rd

180 Spring St

75 Sparta Ave
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71 Sparta Ave

59 High St

1 Trinity St

Newtonian Gardens Apartments

Stonewood at Newton

Cobbler Lofts

18 Washington St
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The Aberlour

55 Madison St

21 Madison St

127 Falcon Ridge Way N

187 NJ-94

680 NJ-15

63 Iowa Ave
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Newton, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Newton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Studio Apartments | $1,335 | $1,335 | $1,335 |
| Newton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,450 | $2,300 |
| Newton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $1,750 | $3,200 |
| Newton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,750 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Newton, NJ
Pricing Updated: 04/25/2026Current apartment rentals in the Newton, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Newton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Rows at Hampton | $2,750 | $1,549 | 7 |
Cheapest Available Newton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Newton, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Hillside Terrace priced from $1,810. Newtonian Gardens Apartments in the Andover Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,290. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Newton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Terrace | 2 BR BLDG 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1,810 |
| Newtonian Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| Water Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Newton, NJ and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Newton area is the $0.19 price per square foot 120 High St Model at 120 High St, Unit #2 in the in the Andover Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Newton apartment is the Two Bedroom-One Bath Model at Newtonian Gardens Apartments starting at $2,290 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Andover Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Newton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 120 High St, Unit #2 | 120 High St | 1BR,1BA | $0.19 |
| Newtonian Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Water Street Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
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Best Local Schools in Newton, NJ
Florence M. Burd Elementary School
Kittatinny Reg High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Newton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Newton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Newton Apartment is $2,300 at Water Street Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Newton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Newton is starting from $1,810 at Hillside Terrace.
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