Renting in Newark: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

Renting in Newark: What's the cheapest apartment available right now? 540 Broad St. | Photo: Apartment Guide
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Published on May 27, 2020

If you're apartment hunting, you know how hard it can be to find a good option for a reasonable price. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Newark look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Newark via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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41-51 Wilson Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $800/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 41-51 Wilson Ave., is 30.4 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Newark, which is currently estimated at around $1,150/month.

The building offers assigned parking. You'll also find a balcony in the apartment. For those with furry friends in tow, know that cats and dogs are welcome on this property. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is relatively bikeable and is a haven for transit riders.

(See the complete listing here.)

294 14th Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 294 14th Ave., which is going for $1,135/month.

You can expect to see hardwood flooring in the apartment. Pets are not welcome. Expect a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is somewhat bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

24 Jones St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next up is this 507-square-foot studio apartment, located at 24 Jones St. and listed for $1,635/month.

The building includes assigned parking. In the unit, expect in-unit laundry, a walk-in closet, a dishwasher and hardwood flooring. Pet owners, take heed: Cats and dogs are permitted. Expect a $350 nonrefundable pet fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is relatively bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Here's the listing.)

1180 Raymond Blvd.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

This studio apartment, situated at 1180 Raymond Blvd., is listed for $1,650/month for its 598 square feet.

You'll get a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting, a balcony and a dishwasher in the apartment. Amenities offered in the building include a swimming pool and an elevator. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot allows pets.

According to Walk Score, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and has excellent transit.

(See the listing here.)

540 Broad St.

Photo: Apartment Guide

And finally, here's a studio apartment at 540 Broad St., which, with 561 square feet, is going for $1,685/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect a resident lounge, bike parking, an elevator and a fitness center. The apartment also comes with a dishwasher and air conditioning. Pets are not welcome.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and boasts excellent transit options.

(Check out the listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, get free local real estate marketing ideas and tools for agents, brokers and more.

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