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179 Parker Street Gallery 1
1 of 5

179 Parker Street

$2,100
179 Parker Street, Newark, NJ 07104
(201) 733-8200
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, and Recently renovated
Recently updated units
291 South 19th Street Gallery 1
1 of 7

291 South 19th Street

$1,750
291 South 19th Street, Newark, NJ 07103
(201) 733-8200
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, and Recently renovated
Recently updated units
615 South 17th Street Gallery 1
1 of 7

615 South 17th Street

$2,600
615 South 17th Street, Newark, NJ 07103
(201) 733-8200
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, and Recently renovated
Recently updated units
162 Renner Avenue Gallery 1
1 of 6

162 Renner Avenue

$1,750
162 Renner Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112
(201) 733-8200
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, and Recently renovated
Recently updated units
Normandie Gallery 1
1 of 4

Normandie

$1,800
103 Chancellor Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112
(201) 733-8200
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, and Some paid utils
Recently updated units
171 Seymour Avenue Gallery 1
1 of 18

171 Seymour Avenue

$2,500
171 Seymour Avenue, Newark, NJ 07108
(917) 364-7440
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly
Recently updated units
9 Clark Street Gallery 1
1 of 11

9 Clark Street

$2,500
9 Clark Street, Newark, NJ 07104
(646) 400-2938
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Stainless steel, Gym + more
Recently updated units
237 Wainwright Street Gallery 1
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237 Wainwright Street

$2,200
237 Wainwright Street, Newark, NJ 07112
(917) 272-3415
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, and Some paid utils
Recently updated units
103 Main Street Gallery 1
1 of 6

103 Main Street

$2,000
103 Main Street, Newark, NJ 07105
(973) 220-4947
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning
Recently updated units
77 Christie St Gallery 1
1 of 17

77 Christie St

$3,083
77 Christie Street, Newark, NJ 07105
(201) 571-1716
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Gym, Yoga, Clubhouse + more
Recently updated units
308 Chadwick Ave Gallery 1
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308 Chadwick Ave

$2,050
308 Chadwick Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112
(201) 705-8736
1 unit available
3 bed
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76 Union Street Gallery 1
1 of 8

76 Union Street

$2,400
76 Union Street, Newark, NJ 07105
(706) 280-2013
1 unit available
2 bed
Recently updated units
35-37 Vernon Avenue Gallery 1
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35-37 Vernon Avenue

$3,200
35-37 Vernon Avenue, Newark, NJ 07108
(732) 372-5994
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
Recently renovated
Recently updated units
233 N 5Th St Gallery 1
1 of 15

233 N 5Th St

$1,775
233 North 5th Street, Newark, NJ 07107
(888) 501-6953
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Recently renovated, Bbq/grill, Key fob access, and Ice maker
Recently updated units
280 S 20th St Gallery 1
1 of 21

280 S 20th St

$2,900
280 South 20th Street, Newark, NJ 07103
(212) 603-9914
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more
Recently updated units
367-369 Sanford Ave Gallery 1
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367-369 Sanford Ave

$1,850
367-369 Sanford Avenue, Newark, NJ 07106
(866) 201-6210
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Range, and Oven
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Average rent in Newark, New Jersey

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Newark is $2,274+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,452+. Rent rates updated 6 days ago
Studio
$2,042+
Prices trending down
1 Bed
$2,274+
Prices trending down
2 Beds
$2,452+
Prices trending down
3+ Beds
$2,471+
Prices trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Newark, NJ

  • Map of Lower Vailsburg

    Lower Vailsburg

    What's it like to live in Lower Vailsburg?

    Historic character and community pride define Lower Vailsburg, where rental options range from apartments in large complexes to single-family Victorian and colonial-style homes. The neighborhood centers around Vailsburg Park, a 30-acre green space originally designed by Frederick Olmsted featuring sports fields and recreational facilities. Rental prices span from $1,600-$3,400, with most 2-3 bedroom units in the $2,200-$2,600 range. Perfect for families and professionals seeking affordable housing within 3 miles of downtown Newark, with strong neighborhood associations creating genuine community connections.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
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  • Map of Weequahic

    Weequahic

    What's it like to live in Weequahic?

    Historic diversity defines Weequahic, where Newark's southern neighborhood showcases distinctive architecture surrounding the park designed by Olmsted Brothers of Central Park fame. Most rentals feature unique details from hardwood floors to built-in bookcases reflecting craftsmanship from earlier eras, while the compact neighborhood design enables community connections unusual for typically fragmented urban districts. Though some blocks show varied investment levels, strategic positioning near both highways and Newark Airport creates ideal convenience for commuters seeking affordable housing with character beyond newer cookie-cutter developments increasingly dominating urban expansion areas with limited architectural distinction despite premium pricing based purely on construction date rather than genuine quality considerations. The neighborhood's proximity to Weequahic Park provides recreational opportunities unusual for urban environments, creating natural beauty beyond built environments increasingly important for quality-of-life calculations.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
    View 36 listings
  • Map of Upper Clinton Hill

    Upper Clinton Hill

    What's it like to live in Upper Clinton Hill?

    Academic proximity defines Upper Clinton Hill, where Newark's central neighborhood offers affordable options near multiple universities. The district sits walking distance to both Rutgers-Newark and New Jersey Institute of Technology while maintaining separate identity from purely campus environments. Though some blocks show varied investment levels, excellent public transportation including multiple bus routes creates car-optional possibilities unusual for neighborhoods at similar price points, while the developing commercial corridors continue adding amenities serving local residents beyond student populations.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
    View 35 listings

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Newark Rent Report: March 2026

Welcome to the Apartment List March 2026 Rent Report for Newark, NJ. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,659, roughly the same as last month. Prices are now down 1.6% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Newark rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the broader New York metro area and the nation as a whole.

Newark Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states

Here’s how Newark ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Newark’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.

"Newark renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "They gave most categories below average scores."

Key Findings in Newark include the following:

  • Newark renters gave their city an F overall.
  • The highest-rated categories for Newark were public transit (A-) and affordability (C).
  • The areas of concern to Newark renters are jobs and career opportunities, safety and low crime, commute time and recreational activities, which all received F scores.
  • Newark did relatively poorly compared to other nearby cities like New York (C+), Jersey City (D) and Allentown (B-).
  • Newark earned similar scores compared to other cities nationwide, including Detroit (F), Buffalo (F) and Reno (F).
  • The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

Renters say:

  • "I love living close to New York and Philadelphia, but crime has gotten worse." -Raymond Q.
  • "Unfortunately the cost of living is too expensive." -Anon.
  • "I love the access to available transportation, but not much else." -Erika E.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

View our national survey results.