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Rockaway, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rockaway Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockaway, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Pinefield Manor priced from $1,850. Meridia Transit Plaza in the Downtown Dover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rockaway apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pinefield Manor1 BR w/Over-sized Living-Remodeled Bath1BR,1BA$1,850
Meridia Transit Plaza1B21BR,1BA$2,000
Clinton Manor Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,045
Rock Pointe1BR1BR,1BA$2,565
Boulders at Rockaway2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockaway, NJ and Nearby

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rockaway area is the $2.57 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Boulders at Rockaway in the in the Downtown Dover neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Rockaway apartment is the 1BR Model at Rock Pointe starting at $2,565 with a $2.42 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rockaway apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Boulders at Rockaway2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.57
Rock Pointe1BR1BR,1BA$2.42
46 W Main St, Unit UNIT#446 W Main St2BR,1BA$2.10
Estling VillageThe Dogwood2BR,2BA$3.19
Pinefield Manor1 BR w/Over-sized Living-Remodeled Bath1BR,1BA$2.85
Meridia Transit Plaza1B21BR,1BA$3.25
Clinton Manor Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rockaway

What type of rentals are currently available in Rockaway?

There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Rockaway, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,785 to $5,400. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rockaway ranging from $1,800 to $5,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rockaway?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rockaway ranges from $1,800 to $5,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,782.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rockaway?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rockaway range from $2,800 to $3,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $4,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,400.

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