Apartments for Rent in Newark NJ
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Newark Market Snapshot
Average 1-Bedroom Rent is $1,557/mo
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Explore Rent Prices Near Newark, NJ
Newark, NJ’s average rent price is $2,343 per month. Compare rent prices and available listings in nearby cities to find better value or more options that fit your budget.
| Average Rent | |
|---|---|
| Irvington | $2,041 |
| East Orange | $1,729 |
| Kearny | $2,686 |
| Belleville | $2,099 |
| Elizabeth | $2,252 |
Average Monthly Rent is calculated using the average rent of active one-bedroom apartment listings.
Newark, NJ Apartments for Rent
Newark's got neighborhoods for every lifestyle, from historic North Ward brownstones to sleek downtown apartments near the New Jersey Performing Arts Center. The Ironbound district brings authentic Portuguese and Brazilian flavors to Ferry Street, while University Heights keeps you close to Rutgers-Newark and NJIT. Downtown puts you steps from Newark Penn Station, where Manhattan's just 25 minutes away via PATH—perfect for commuters. Newark apartments connect you to major employers like Audible's headquarters and year-round entertainment at the Prudential Center for Devils games and concerts.
Branch Brook Park spreads across 360 acres with 4,000+ cherry trees, trails, sports fields, and the annual Cherry Blossom Festival. The Newark Museum of Art on Washington Street houses world-class collections, while The Priory in University Heights serves craft cocktails and live jazz inside a converted church complete with original stained glass. Whether you need quick airport access or want to be near the Ironbound's buzzing restaurant scene, Newark's I-78, I-280, and Garden State Parkway network makes getting around simple. With nearly 50 bus routes and the Newark Light Rail linking all five wards, you can explore everything from Weequahic Park's lakefront trails to the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart—no car required.
Newark, NJ Rental Insights
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The average rent in Newark, NJ is $1,556 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,627, which means housing in Newark, NJ is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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Find affordable apartments for rent in Newark, NJ by browsing listings in budget-friendly neighborhoods such as North Broadway, Forest Hill, and Dayton-Weequahic Park. Use filters by price, number of bedrooms, and amenities to narrow your search.
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The cost of living in Newark, NJ is 13.8% higher than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost more than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in Newark, NJ as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $98,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $8,664/year for groceries, $12,456 for goods and services, and $42,828/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in Newark, NJ by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 1,871 Newark apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Newark, NJ has decent transit along main routes.Expect to combine transit with rideshare, biking, or occasional driving.
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Students renting in Newark, NJ have access to Essex County College, N.J. Inst. of Technology, Rutgers, Newark Campus, and Seton Hall University.