Cheap Homes for Rent in Bergen County, NJ from $1,200 (63 Rentals)

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property at 248 Riverview Pl

$1,600

Studio, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

248 Riverview Pl

Cliffside ParkNJ07010

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property at 14 River St

$1,725

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

14 River St

LodiNJ07644
property at 14 River St

$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

14 River St

LodiNJ07644
property at 432 Broad Ave

$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

432 Broad Ave

RidgefieldNJ07657
property at 432 Broad Ave

$1,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

432 Broad Ave

RidgefieldNJ07657

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property at 61 Kansas St

$1,800

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

61 Kansas St

HackensackNJ07601
property at 40 Zabriskie St

$1,845

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

40 Zabriskie St

HackensackNJ07601
property at 176 Shaw St

$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

176 Shaw St

GarfieldNJ07026

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property at 176 Shaw St

$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

176 Shaw St

GarfieldNJ07026
property at 272 Frances St

$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

272 Frances St

TeaneckNJ07666
property at 250 Broad Ave

$2,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

250 Broad Ave

LeoniaNJ07605

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property at 15 Cottage St

$2,100 - $2,200

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

15 Cottage St

Midland ParkNJ07432
property at 57 Belmont Ave

$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

57 Belmont Ave

GarfieldNJ07026
property at 671 Midland Ave

$2,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

671 Midland Ave

GarfieldNJ07026

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Cheapest Available Bergen County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bergen County, NJ is a Studio unit found at Venice Court in the East Teaneck neighborhood priced from $1,349. 20 W Church St in the Northwest Teaneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bergen County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Venice CourtStudioStudio,1BA$1,349
20 W Church St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,375
Jasontown ApartmentsJasontown 1 Bedroom First floor1BR,1BA$1,500
Saint James ApartmentsSt. James 1 BDRM Third floor1BR,1BA$1,500
Westgate Apartments1 Bedroom 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,550
411-415 Grand Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,575
State GardensSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,595
Essex GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,595
Swan Court Apartments1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,615
Cambridge ArmsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bergen County, NJ

As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bergen County area is the $0.88 price per square foot 234 Wallington Ave Model at 234 Wallington Ave, Unit 234 Wallington Ave Unit # in the in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Bergen County apartment is the 590 Schuyler Ave Model at 590 Schuyler Ave, Unit B starting at $3,600 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the The Bindery neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bergen County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
234 Wallington Ave, Unit 234 Wallington Ave Unit #234 Wallington Ave4BR,2BA$0.88
590 Schuyler Ave, Unit B590 Schuyler Ave4BR,2.5BA$1.38
54 Blauvelt Pl54 Blauvelt Pl3BR,1BA$1.20
Fair Lawn Commons$3.20/sq.ft. - The Hunterdon2BR,2BA$1.83
The Commons$2.88/sq.ft. - The Gibraltar2BR,2BA$1.92
140 ProspectTWO BEDROOMS2BR,2BA$1.88
480 Central Blvd, Unit 2480 Central Blvd2BR,1BA$1.83
Saint James ApartmentsSt. James 1 BDRM Third floor1BR,1BA$1.76
Jasontown ApartmentsJasontown 1 BDRM Third floor1BR,1BA$1.88
20 W Church St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.83

Frequently Asked Questions about Bergen County

What type of rentals are currently available in Bergen County?

There are currently 1640 Apartments for Rent in Bergen County, NJ with pricing that ranges from $825 to $13,893. There are also 275 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bergen County ranging from $1,255 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bergen County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bergen County ranges from $1,255 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,158.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bergen County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bergen County range from $1,995 to $13,893, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $8,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,400.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!