
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, NJ from $700 (33 Rentals)
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Caldwell Terrace

Edwards Gardens Apartments

17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates

Atrium Apartments

Carlyle Towers

Rutgers Village Apartments

Rumsey Park
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Westover House

Brownstone and Main Union Apartments

138 Roseland Ave

Partridge Run Apartments

11 Center Ave, Unit 2

Westcourt

Parkway East

Mary Ann Apartments
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Verona Flats

24 New St

75 Birch Rd

Grover Cleveland

87 Elm Rd

67 Bloomfield Ave

181 Long Hill Rd

48 Roseland Avenue Apartments
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Chelsea Court

40 Roseland Avenue

Samuel Orton Harrison House Apartments

680 Rifle Camp Rd

3203 Vail Rd

30 Garden Ave

120 Newark Pompton Turnpike

214 Woodcliff Ave
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554 Bloomfield Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fairfield Studio Apartments | $2,074 | $1,625 | $2,505 |
| Cheap Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,559 | $1,650 | $5,585 |
| Cheap Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,304 | $1,995 | $5,712 |
| Cheap Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,899 | $2,500 | $8,109 |
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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 $1,738. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,738 |
| Rutgers Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Westover House | 2.5 Room Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Brownstone and Main Union Apartments | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Chelsea Court | 1 Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 40 Roseland Avenue | One Bedroom Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Partridge Run Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| The VIEW at Fairfield | 55+ Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| 48 Roseland Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, NJ
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $2.27 price per square foot B1 Model at Caldwell Terrace in the in the Downtown Verona neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse End Model at Rachel Gardens starting at $2,870 with a $2.61 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell Terrace | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Rachel Gardens | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse End | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.61 |
| West Gate Apartments of Caldwell | 1 Bed / 1 Den / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Linwood Village | $1.95/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Edwards Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Partridge Run Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Runnymede Gardens | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Brownstone and Main Union Apartments | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 17 Westover Ave Sidebrook Associates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Rutgers Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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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 $1,650 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 $2,400 at Mary Ann Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fairfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fairfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meridia Upper Main and starts from $2,995.
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