
Cheap Homes for Rent in Rockaway, NJ from $1,600 (6 Rentals)
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322 Richard Mine Rd

60 E McFarlan St
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19 Savage Rd

2216 Gates Ct

2 Woodport Rd
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Rockaway, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rockaway?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rockaway 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,426 | $2,740 | $4,150 |
Rockaway 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,502 | $2,675 | $4,200 |
Rockaway 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,877 | $3,250 | $4,600 |
Rockaway 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,248 | $4,850 | $5,595 |
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Cheapest Available Rockaway Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rockaway, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Meridia Transit Plaza in the Downtown Dover neighborhood priced from $2,165. Boulders at Rockaway in the Downtown Dover neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,425. 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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Meridia Transit Plaza | 1.5B5.1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
Rock Pointe | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rockaway, NJ and Nearby
As of July 25, 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 $2,500 with a $2.65 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 | $2.65 |
496 E Main St, Unit 2 | 496 E Main St | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
Boulders at Rockaway | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Meridia Transit Plaza | 2B13 | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rockaway
What type of rentals are currently available in Rockaway?
There are currently 63 Apartments for Rent in Rockaway, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $3,475. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rockaway ranging from $1,600 to $5,595.
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 $1,600 to $5,595 with an average monthly rent of $3,605.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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