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Fanwood, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fanwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fanwood Studio Apartments | $1,905 | $1,670 | $2,250 |
Fanwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $1,600 | $3,000 |
Fanwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,173 | $1,995 | $5,195 |
Fanwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,236 | $4,275 | $6,500 |
Fanwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $4,200 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available Fanwood Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fanwood, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakwood Gardens in the North Edison neighborhood priced from $1,843. Michael Manor Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fanwood apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oakwood Gardens | Oakwood 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,960 |
Frontier Flats | 1 Bd/1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fanwood, NJ and Nearby
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fanwood area is the $2.34 price per square foot BRIGHTON Model at Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes in the in the Goodman's Crossing neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value Fanwood apartment is the 2 BEDROOM / 2 BATH Model at The Parker starting at $3,500 with a $2.37 price per square foot in the Wychwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fanwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes | BRIGHTON | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.34 |
The Parker | 2 BEDROOM / 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
Glenside | $2.57/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Classic with Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
634 W Broad St, Unit Floor 2 | 634 W Broad St | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Frontier Flats | 1 Bd/1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
825 Mountain Ave, Unit 4B | 825 Mountain Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BB | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Scotch Plains Gardens | $2.19/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Oakwood Gardens | Oakwood 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fanwood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fanwood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fanwood Apartment is $1,843 at Oakwood Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fanwood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fanwood is starting from $1,995 at The Monarch at Plainfield.
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