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Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth, NJ under $1200. 61 Rentals Available
  • a red brick apartment building with white siding and trees
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    136 Pine Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
    1 BED $1,017
  • a street corner with a bunch of businesses on it
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    1182 Elizabeth Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
    1 BED $650
  • A kitchen with black appliances and white cabinets.
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    1023 Magnolia Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
    1 BED $850
  • an empty kitchen with white cabinets and a window
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    1039 Magnolia Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
    1 BED $950
  • a rendering of a new apartment building planned for a parking lot
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    450 Irvington Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
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  • a green logo with the word community investors strategies
    103
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    450 Irvington Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07208
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    239 Central Ave, Rahway, NJ 07065
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove and a microwave
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    341 Osborne Terrace, Newark, NJ 07112
    1 BED $1,100+
  • a empty room with a stove and a kitchen
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    176 Avon Avenue, Newark, NJ 07108
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  • a man sitting on a couch in a living room
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    25 Spruce Street, Newark, NJ 07102
    1 BED $1,185
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    3 BEDS $1,200
  • a kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    49 Prospect Street, East Orange, NJ 7018
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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  • a white kitchen with a stove and a sink
    132
    1 day ago

    363-365 Park Ave, East Orange, NJ 7018
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  • a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stove
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    376 Park Ave, East Orange, NJ 7018
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a small kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
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    161 N Arlington Ave, East Orange, NJ 7018
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  • a kitchen with brown cabinets and white appliances and a sink
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    1309 Clinton Ave, Irvington, NJ 7111
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a stove refrigerator and sink
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    89 Wagner Place, Irvington, NJ 7111
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator and a door to a hallway
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    6 Glenwood Ave, East Orange, NJ 7018
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    70 N. Burgher Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
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    2 BEDS $1,025+
  • a living room with two blue couches and a table
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    60 Nevada Street, Newark, NJ 07104
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  • a living room with couches and a coffee table and a window
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    50 Columbia Street, Newark, NJ 07102
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  • a kitchen with dark wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    313 15Th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103
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  • a kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances
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    302 16Th Avenue, Newark, NJ 07103
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  • A living room with a grey couch and a red book on a white table.
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    250 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07103
    2 BEDS $749+
    3 BEDS $799+
  • the corner of a city street with cars and a building
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    122 Old Bergen LLC/, Jersey City, NJ 07305
    STUDIO $600+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    368 Broad Street, Newark, NJ 07104
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Getting around in Elizabeth, NJ

49 /100
Car-Dependent
36 /100
Some Transit
43 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 49, Transit Score®: 36, Bike Score®: 43

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Elizabeth, NJ last updated?

Prices and availability in Elizabeth, NJ were last updated on 25 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in Elizabeth, NJ?

The best apartments in Elizabeth, NJ are: Portside II, 737 North Broad Street, The Magnolia at Elizabeth, The Madison at Elizabeth and 101 Broadway.

What type of rental buildings are in Elizabeth, NJ?

In Elizabeth 75% of the housing is rented out compared to 25% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 12% of Elizabeth’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 84% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 4% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Elizabeth, NJ under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Elizabeth, NJ, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Elizabeth, NJ. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Elizabeth, NJ for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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