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How much does it cost to rent a home in Cranford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,561 | $2,000 | $3,750 |
| Cranford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,204 | $2,400 | $4,450 |
| Cranford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,166 | $3,200 | $5,500 |
| Cranford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
| Cranford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Cranford Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cranford, NJ is a Studio unit found at Wood Arms Apartments priced from $1,450. Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community in the Livingston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cranford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Arms Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community | SG-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Sunrise Village Apartments! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Chestnut Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Carlyle | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,674 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ
As of August 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cranford area is the $2.10 price per square foot $2.94/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $3,230. The second greatest value Cranford apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Central Park starting at $3,000 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cranford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamberts Mill Village | $2.94/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.10 |
| Central Park | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
| 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R | 34 North Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Club at Autumn Ridge | The Birch | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| 226 Gordon St, Unit 2 | 226 Gordon St | 3BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| The Parker | 1 BEDROOM / 2 BATH | 1BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| 1401 Lincoln St, Unit 1 | 1401 Lincoln St | 3BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 2 | 1115 Raritan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 350 Sheridan Ave | 350 Sheridan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Schaefer Gardens - 62+ Senior Community | SG-1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cranford?
There are currently 279 Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $26,920. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cranford ranging from $1,750 to $5,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cranford ranges from $1,750 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,965.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cranford?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cranford range from $2,300 to $6,395, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $4,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.
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