Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, NJ from $700 (39 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Fairfield.

property at 8 Caton Ter

$1,500

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,500
Total Monthly Price
$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

8 Caton Ter

CaldwellNJ07006
property at 214 Woodcliff Ave

$1,500 - $2,400

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

214 Woodcliff Ave

Little FallsNJ07424

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

Read Article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
close
View Me
Verona Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Verona Flats

1 Linn DrVerona, NJ 07044

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article
close
View Me
87 Elm Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

87 Elm Rd

87 Elm RdCaldwell, NJ 07006
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Linwood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Linwood Village

300 Linn DrVerona, NJ 07044
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Westcourt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westcourt

551 Bloomfield AveCaldwell, NJ 07006
close
View Me
Chelsea Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Chelsea Court

178 Roseland AveCaldwell, NJ 07006
  • Utilities Included

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article
property at 181 Long Hill Rd

$2,200 - $3,325

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

181 Long Hill Rd

Little FallsNJ07424
close
View Me
Transit Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Transit Village

239-247 Main StLincoln Park, NJ 07035
Showing Results 1-39, Page 1 of 1

Fairfield, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Edwards Gardens Apartments priced from $1,650. 17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates in the Westville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,788. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Edwards Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom Downstairs1BR,1BA$1,650
17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,788
Rutgers Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Brownstone and Main Union Apartments1x1 7201BR,1BA$1,875
Partridge Run Apartments1 BR 1 BTH | Classic1BR,1BA$1,925
Linwood Village$1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
Beaver Brook GardensLINDEN1BR,1BA$2,028
Meridia Upper Main1GStudio,1BA$2,095
Mountain View Crossing1 Bed I 1 Bath - A2 - R11BR,1BA$2,256
Carlyle TowersOne Bedroom/One Bath Large1BR,1BA$2,320

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, NJ

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $2.07 price per square foot 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 554 Bloomfield Ave in the in the Westville neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Model at 2 Lane Ave starting at $2,650 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Westville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
554 Bloomfield Ave2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.07
2 Lane Ave2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.30
Caldwell TerraceB12BR,1BA$2.27
Linwood Village$1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.95
Carlyle TowersOne Bedroom/One Bath Large1BR,1BA$2.54
Brownstone and Main Union Apartments2x1 9102BR,1BA$2.64
Edwards Gardens Apartments1 Bedroom Upstairs1BR,1BA$1.89
Partridge Run Apartments1 BR 1 BTH | Classic1BR,1BA$2.21
17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.55
Rutgers Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.57

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

Explore Fairfield, NJ Rentals by Map

Decorative image of map

See the most popular apartments and homes in Fairfield, NJ

View Map
Fairfield, NJ Apartments Map
View Map
Fairfield, NJ Rental Homes Map

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfield Apartment is $1,650 at Edwards Gardens Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfield is starting from $2,348 at 17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.