
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Nutley Neighborhood of Nutley, NJ from $1,100 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Nutley area of Nutley.


Arla Apartments

Nutley Gardens

Hillside Gardens

East Gate of Nutley

48 Hancox Ave

Riverview Court
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184 Franklin Ave

343 Franklin Ave

98 E Centre St

Twin River Gardens Apartments

Jamestown Apartments

1169 Company Apartments

Lincoln Apartments
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Greylock Apartments

659 Passaic Ave

117 Centre St

659 Passaic Ave, Unit 1

111 Bloomfield Ave

Nutley Arms

226 Franklin Ave
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47 Passaic Ave

134 Franklin Ave

Nutley Village Apartments

551 Centre St

100 Kingsland St.

Belleview Gardens Apartments

725 Joralemon St
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Crestview Gardens Apartments

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34 Hilton St
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,177 | $1,825 | $2,400 |
| Downtown Nutley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,466 | $2,150 | $3,100 |
| Downtown Nutley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,974 | $2,300 | $3,995 |
| Downtown Nutley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,575 | $2,950 | $4,200 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Village Manor priced from $1,825. Nutley Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Downtown Nutley apartments for rent in Clifton, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Nutley Arms | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,845 |
| Crestview Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom w/ Eat in Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Hillside Gardens | SM1BD (HS) | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
| East Gate of Nutley | 57 E Centre St - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Belleview Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,170 |
| 184 Franklin Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| 343 Franklin Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Nutley, NJ
As of June 12, 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 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model at 184 Franklin Ave starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Rosemawr 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 |
| 184 Franklin Ave | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 684 Passaic Ave, Unit 2 | 684 Passaic Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Village Manor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Nutley Arms | Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Belleview Gardens Apartments | Two Bedroom-One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| 343 Franklin Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Crestview Gardens Apartments | One Bedroom w/ Eat in Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Hillside Gardens | SM1BD (HS) | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
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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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Nutley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Nutley Apartment is $1,825 at Village Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Nutley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Nutley is starting from $2,170 at Belleview Gardens Apartments.
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