
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Nutley Neighborhood of Nutley, NJ from $1,100 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Nutley area of Nutley.


Village Manor

Arla Apartments

Nutley Gardens

The Franklin Lofts

East Gate of Nutley
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1169 Company Apartments

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Greylock Apartments

659 Passaic Ave
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117 Centre St

36 Monsignor DeLuca Plaza, Unit 2, Unit 2

184 Franklin Ave

226 Franklin Ave

Belleview Gardens Apartments

Crestview Gardens Apartments
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Downtown Nutley, Nutley, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Nutley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Nutley Studio Apartments | $1,777 | $1,777 | $1,777 |
| Downtown Nutley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $1,825 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Nutley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,467 | $2,225 | $3,100 |
| Downtown Nutley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $2,400 | $3,250 |
| Downtown Nutley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Nutley Neighborhood of Nutley, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Nutley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Nutley area of Clifton, NJ is a Studio unit found at Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes priced from $1,777. Village Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Downtown Nutley apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes | LG0BD (HS) | Studio,1BA | $1,777 |
| Village Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Crestview Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom w/ Eat in Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| East Gate of Nutley | 57 E Centre St - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Franklin Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Nutley, NJ
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Nutley area is the $2.04 price per square foot 57 E Centre St - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at East Gate of Nutley in the in the Kingsland Manor neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Downtown Nutley apartment is the 99 Hancox Ave Model at 99 Hancox Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,000 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Kingsland Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Nutley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Gate of Nutley | 57 E Centre St - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 99 Hancox Ave, Unit 1 | 99 Hancox Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Nutley Village Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Nutley Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| 100 Kingsland St. | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Village Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| The Franklin Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Belleview Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Crestview Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom w/ Eat in Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Hillside Gardens Apartment Homes | LG0BD (HS) | Studio ,1BA | $4.09 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Nutley, Nutley, NJ
Radcliffe Elementary School
John H Walker Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Nutley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Nutley?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Nutley is Village Manor which is listed at $1,825, while the average apartment in Downtown Nutley costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Nutley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Downtown Nutley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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