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Rockaway, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rockaway?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Rockaway Studio Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
Cheap Rockaway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,785 | $2,950 |
Cheap Rockaway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $1,950 | $3,475 |
Cheap Rockaway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,268 | $3,050 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available Rockaway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockaway, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at 69 King St in the Downtown Dover neighborhood priced from $1,795. Clinton Manor Arms Apartments in the Downtown Dover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockaway apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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69 King St | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Meridia Transit Plaza | 1B3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockaway, NJ
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockaway area is the $2.93 price per square foot The Birch Model at Estling Village in the starting from $3,125. The second greatest value Rockaway apartment is the 1BR Model at Rock Pointe starting at $2,650 with a $2.81 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockaway apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Estling Village | The Birch | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.93 |
Rock Pointe | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Meridia Transit Plaza | 2B13 | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
69 King St | 1-Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
95 Thompson Ave | 95 Thompson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
Clinton Manor Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
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Best Local Schools in Rockaway, NJ
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Getting Around Rockaway, NJ
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rockaway Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockaway Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rockaway Apartment is $1,795 at 69 King St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rockaway Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rockaway is starting from $2,220 at Meridia Transit Plaza.
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