
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, NJ from $700 (24 Rentals)
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Carlyle Towers

45 Roseland Ave

Westover House

Brownstone and Main Union Apartments

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48 Roseland Avenue Apartments

Beaver Brook Gardens
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Rachel Gardens

24 New St

214 Woodcliff Ave

9 Colonial Dr
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Fairfield, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairfield Studio Apartments | $1,973 | $1,750 | $2,295 |
Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $998 | $7,153 |
Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,667 | $717 | $9,680 |
Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,049 | $808 | $6,965 |
Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,795 | $4,795 | $4,795 |
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brownstone and Main Union Apartments in the Estates at Hilltop neighborhood priced from $1,875. Beaver Brook Gardens in the Preakness neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Brownstone and Main Union Apartments | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Beaver Brook Gardens | Linden Junior 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Parkway East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,965 |
Mary Ann Apartments | One Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
Chelsea Court | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, NJ and Nearby
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.76 price per square foot Townhouse Model at Greenwich House in the in the Westville neighborhood starting from $4,795. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 26 Lane Ave starting at $3,250 with a $2.20 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Greenwich House | Townhouse | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.76 |
26 Lane Ave | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
Everly Roseland | Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.83 |
The VIEW at Fairfield | 2 BD 2 BA + DEN | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
Woodcrest At Fairfield- 55+ | $2.35/sq.ft. - Dogwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
Linwood Village | $2.61/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
Rachel Gardens | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.61 |
Citizen Little Falls Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Partridge Run Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Brownstone and Main Union Apartments | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Getting Around Fairfield, NJ
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $1,875 at Brownstone and Main Union 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 $2,395 at Beaver Brook Gardens.
What is the most affordable Fairfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fairfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Livana East Hanover and starts from $5,795.
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