433 Ainsworth St
LindenNJ07036
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196 West End Ave
NewarkNJ07106
24 E Price St
LindenNJ07036
30 E Henry St, Unit 3
30 E Henry St
LindenNJ07036
227 South Ave W, Unit 3
227 South Ave W
WestfieldNJ07090
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773 Linden Av, Unit FLR 1
773 Linden Av
RahwayNJ07065
138 Union Ave
LindenNJ07036
513 Brooklawn Ave
RoselleNJ07203
312 Brook St
LindenNJ07036
225 3rd Ave, Unit 2nd Floor
225 3rd Ave
GarwoodNJ07027
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438 Seaton Ave
Roselle ParkNJ07204
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Cranford, NJ Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Cranford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranford 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,605 | $1,775 | $3,500 |
| Cranford 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,480 | $2,300 | $4,900 |
| Cranford 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,893 | $3,200 | $6,200 |
| Cranford 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Cranford 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,950 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
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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 $1,450. Sunrise Village Apartments! in the Livingston neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. 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 |
| Sunrise Village Apartments! | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Chestnut Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Lockwood Village | ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cranford area is the $2.21 price per square foot $2.94/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village in the in the Potters neighborhood starting from $3,405. The second greatest value Cranford apartment is the 34 North Ave W Model at 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R starting at $2,800 with a $2.33 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 | $2.21 |
| 34 North Ave W, Unit 2R | 34 North Ave W | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Lofts at Garwood II | Loft II | 1BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| The Club at Autumn Ridge | The Birch | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| 226 Gordon St, Unit 2 | 226 Gordon St | 3BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 1059 Brighton St, Unit 1st floor | 1059 Brighton St | 3BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Floral Gardens | $2.39/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Rosewood Gardens | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 1115 Raritan Rd, Unit 2 | 1115 Raritan Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| 350 Sheridan Ave | 350 Sheridan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cranford?
There are currently 269 Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $9,775. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cranford ranging from $1,750 to $6,200.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cranford ranges from $1,750 to $6,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,388.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.