
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elmwood Park, NJ from $700 (98 Rentals)
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22 Rudolph Ave, Unit 2

Linden West Apartments

324,339 and 431 Broadway

305 Lakeview Apartments

430 Lexington Ave

72 Highland Ave

Swan Court Apartments

100 Rosa Parks Blvd

456 Ellison St, Unit 101
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375 Madison Ave, Unit 5

Fairlawn Properties

23 Monroe St

63 Hammond Ave

Kent Village

80 Union Ave

River Drive Village Apartments

124-126 Keen St

11 3rd St

71 Passaic St
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Jefferson Gardens

108 4th Ave

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15 Sidney St, Unit Second Floor, Unit Second Floor

Hollow Run at Fair Lawn

Eldorado Village

Sylvan Arms

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Highland Terrace

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38 Belmont Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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34 Belmont Ave, Unit 6, Unit 6
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572 E 25th St

139 Ray St

205 Parker Ave

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151 Passaic St, Unit 2-F, Unit 2-F

138 Lafayette St

72 Cutler St

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80 Malcolm Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Rivergate

River Edge at Garfield

18 Eagle Ave
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Saddle Brook Apartments

Cloverdale Park Apartments, LLC

Bergen Properties

80 Malcolm Ave

106 Grand St

48 N York St

114 Center St

180 Carroll St

3 3rd St

Building 534
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Elmwood Park, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmwood Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Elmwood Park Studio Apartments | $1,866 | $1,450 | $2,247 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $1,500 | $3,250 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,759 | $1,695 | $4,870 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,086 | $2,150 | $5,120 |
| Cheap Elmwood Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,116 | $2,470 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elmwood Park, NJ is a Studio unit found at 324,339 and 431 Broadway in the Stoney Road neighborhood priced from $1,450. Swan Court Apartments in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,615. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elmwood Park apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 324,339 and 431 Broadway | 324 Broadway | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| Swan Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Fairlawn Properties | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Kent Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 305 Lakeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,790 |
| 11 3rd St | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Jefferson Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Elmwood Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| SDK Lodi Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood Park, NJ
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmwood Park area is the $1.08 price per square foot 960 Madison Ave Model at 960 Madison Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Elmwood Park apartment is the 49 River St Model at 49 River St, Unit Apartment 2 starting at $2,600 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 960 Madison Ave, Unit 1 | 960 Madison Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 49 River St, Unit Apartment 2 | 49 River St | 4BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 61 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 61 Chestnut St | 3BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 107 Martha Ave, Unit B | 107 Martha Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 681 E 28th St, Unit 2 | 681 E 28th St | 4BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| 247 Elm St, Unit #2 | 247 Elm St | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 51 Columbia Ave, Unit Apartment 2 | 51 Columbia Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Central Parker Crossing | New Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| 30 Arthur St | 30 Arthur St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 305 Lakeview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmwood Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmwood Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmwood Park is at 324,339 and 431 Broadway listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmwood Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmwood Park Apartment is $1,550 at 324,339 and 431 Broadway.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elmwood Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmwood Park is starting from $1,800 at 11 3rd St.
What is the most affordable Elmwood Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Elmwood Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 68 Hammond Ave and starts from $2,300.
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