Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ from $900 (34 Rentals)

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$1,725 - $1,925

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123 W 1st Ave

RoselleNJ07203

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1101 Forest Dr
$1,900
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1101 Forest Dr

1101 Forest DrLinden, NJ 07036
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Amsterdam Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Amsterdam Gardens

309 Amsterdam AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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Shami Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shami Apartments

400-402 Hamilton StRahway, NJ 07065
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Carlton Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton Towers

503 Carleton RdWestfield, NJ 07090
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Rainbow Gardens
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Rainbow Gardens

221-224 W 1st AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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Grande Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grande Apartments

220-254 W Sumner AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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Schaefer Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Schaefer Gardens

35 Sumner AveUnion Township, NJ 07083
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Carina Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carina Court

627 S Springfield AveSpringfield, NJ 07081
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Washington Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Washington Ave

717 Washington AveLinden, NJ 07036
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Webster Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Gardens

200 W Webster AveRoselle Park, NJ 07204
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112 Prospect St
1 Bedroom Apartments

112 Prospect St

112 Prospect StWestfield, NJ 07090
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Francziszka Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Francziszka Gardens

107 E Curtis StLinden, NJ 07036
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Michael's Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Michael's Manor

147 E 5th AveRoselle, NJ 07203
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Seminary Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Seminary Apartments

337 Seminary AveRahway, NJ 07065
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Cranford, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cranford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cranford, NJ is a Studio unit found at Wood Arms Apartments priced from $1,400. Lexington Village in the Potters neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cranford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wood Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Lexington Village1 BED / 1 BATH1BR,1BA$1,640
Paradise GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Lockwood VillageONE BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1,660
Rosewood Gardens1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,775
Meridia Roselle Park 101B2Studio,1BA$1,795
Hamilton Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,824
Lindcrest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ and Nearby

As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cranford area is the $1.00 price per square foot 735 Audrey Dr Model at 735 Audrey Dr, Unit 2 in the starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Cranford apartment is the $2.38/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom Model at Lamberts Mill Village starting at $2,225 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Potters neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cranford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
735 Audrey Dr, Unit 2735 Audrey Dr4BR,2BA$1.00
Lamberts Mill Village$2.38/sq.ft. - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Central Park2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.34
34 North Ave W, Unit 2R34 North Ave W3BR,1BA$2.33
2505 Girard Pl, Unit 2505GirardPlace#22505 Girard Pl2BR,1BA$2.53
1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 21115 Raritan Rd1BR,1BA$2.29
The Rahway Collection2 Bedroom at 905 Ross St2BR,1BA$2.54
999 Raritan Rd999 Raritan Rd1BR,1BA$2.49
350 Sheridan Ave350 Sheridan Ave1BR,1BA$2.50
Paradise GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cranford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cranford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cranford is at Wood Arms Apartments listed at $1,400.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cranford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cranford Apartment is $1,640 at Lexington Village.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cranford Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cranford is starting from $1,920 at Hollywood Terrace.

What is the most affordable Cranford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cranford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springfield Gardens and starts from $4,400.

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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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