
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Rutherford, NJ from $1,100 (131 Rentals)
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Rutherford Heights

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76 Boiling Springs Ave, Unit Unit # 2, Unit Unit # 2

Park West Terrace

42 Willow Wood Ct

Park West Gardens

Main Street Commons

216 Park Ave

480 Flatz

King Alfred Apartments
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Park Terrace Gardens

Jasontown Apartments

430 Lexington Ave

72 Highland Ave

325 1st St

Ettrick

530 Valley Brook Ave

375 Madison Ave, Unit 5

23 Monroe St

77 Wesley St, Unit 2
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Skyline Apartments

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166 Huber St, Unit 2, Unit 2

63 Hammond Ave

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148 Vanderburgh Ave, Unit 148B Vanderburgh, Unit 148B Vanderburgh

Riverside Apartments

River Drive Village Apartments

232 Stuyvesant Ave

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71 Passaic St, Unit 2, Unit 2

PARKVIEW LUXURY APARTMENTS

Berkeley Arms Apartment Homes
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11 3rd St

3 3rd St

Foxhall Apartments

78 Gaston Ave

78 Gaston Ave

962 Main Ave

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115 Clark St, Unit 1, Unit 1

153 Weigands Ln, Unit FL1, Unit FL1

153 Weigands Ln, Unit # 1

106 Grand St
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Sylvan Arms

33 Franklin Pl

Highland Terrace

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38 Belmont Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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34 Belmont Ave, Unit 6, Unit 6

The Gardens At Wesmont Station

18 Donna Dr

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259 Grace Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

205 Parker Ave

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151 Passaic St, Unit Unit 2-F, Unit Unit 2-F
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East Rutherford, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Rutherford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Rutherford Studio Apartments | $2,158 | $1,350 | $3,089 |
| Cheap East Rutherford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $1,374 | $3,800 |
| Cheap East Rutherford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $1,525 | $8,095 |
| Cheap East Rutherford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,450 | $1,995 | $4,800 |
| Cheap East Rutherford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,641 | $2,850 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available East Rutherford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Rutherford, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Jasontown Apartments in the Lakeview neighborhood priced from $1,500. King Alfred Apartments in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Rutherford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasontown Apartments | Jasontown 1 Bedroom First floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| King Alfred Apartments | One Bedroom small kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Ettrick | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Skyline Apartments | 1 Bedroom - 1 Bath, Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| 479-485 Hoboken Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 11 3rd St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Foxhall Apartments | RESIDENCE TYPE A | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Rutherford, NJ
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Rutherford area is the $0.37 price per square foot 44 Willow Wood Ct Model at 44 Willow Wood Ct, Unit 1 in the in the Main Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value East Rutherford apartment is the 71 Passaic St Model at 71 Passaic St, Unit 2 starting at $1,800 with a $0.18 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Rutherford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Willow Wood Ct, Unit 1 | 44 Willow Wood Ct | 3BR,2BA | $0.37 |
| 71 Passaic St, Unit 2 | 71 Passaic St | 2BR,1BA | $0.18 |
| 90 Union Ave, Unit 1 | 90 Union Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| 33 Willow Wood Ct, Unit 2 | 33 Willow Wood Ct | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| 104 Eastern Way, Unit 0 | 104 Eastern Way | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 21 Rose St, Unit Apt # 2 | 21 Rose St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| 115 Clark St, Unit 1 | 115 Clark St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| 30 Arthur St | 30 Arthur St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 80 Malcolm Ave, Unit 3 | 80 Malcolm Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Jasontown Apartments | Jasontown 1 BDRM Third floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Rutherford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Rutherford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Rutherford Apartment is $1,500 at Jasontown Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Rutherford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Rutherford is starting from $1,525 at Jasontown Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Rutherford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Rutherford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 68 Hammond Ave and starts from $2,300.
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