
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fanwood, NJ from $500 (65 Rentals)
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Fanwood Crossing

Fanwood Crossings

401 US-22, Unit 7A

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227 South Ave W

Blair Tudor Apartment Homes

Michael Manor Apartment Homes

541 Downer St

227 South Ave W, Unit 3, Unit 3

406 Boulevard
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803 South

1000 North Ave

The Monarch at Plainfield

The Quin

Crystal Ridge at Watchung

citivillage @ Plainfield Station

The Randolph

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409 Park Ave, Unit 5, Unit 5

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2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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333 Central
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824-826 George Street

608 W Broad St

825 Mountain Ave, Unit 4B, Unit 4B

Westfield Hamilton House, LLC

Westfield Arms

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1943 US-22, Unit 2, Unit 2

The Northside

Glenside

1747 E 2nd St, Unit 2, Unit 2

Scotch Plains Crossing
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102 N Jackson Ave

102-104 Jackson Ave

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229 South Ave W, Unit 2, Unit 2

Cedar Tower at Plainfield

Carlton Towers

Cornell Arms

955F East Front Street

1024-1034 South Ave

Stoney Brook Gardens

Leland Gardens Apartments
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Aspen Gardens

Netherwood Pointe

Plainfield Village

112 Prospect St

Westfield Manor Apartments

Blair Beacon Apartment Homes

Frontier Flats

Birchwood Gardens

Scotch Plains Gardens

Plainfield Apartments
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fanwood Studio Apartments | $1,876 | $1,700 | $1,980 |
| Cheap Fanwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,656 | $1,775 | $3,850 |
| Cheap Fanwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,431 | $1,995 | $5,600 |
| Cheap Fanwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,414 | $2,600 | $5,195 |
| Cheap Fanwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Fanwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fanwood, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Blair Beacon Apartment Homes in the Downtown Plainfield neighborhood priced from $1,760. Blair Tudor Apartment Homes in the North Edison neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fanwood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,760 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Michael Manor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BD | 2BR,2BA | $1,995 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Crystal Ridge at Watchung | Manville | 1BR,1BA | $2,171 |
| citivillage @ Plainfield Station | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,192 |
| 1000 North Ave | NOR-A01 | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 803 South | A1-A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fanwood, NJ
As of May 24, 2026 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 $2.50/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Grand Corner Model at Glenside starting at $3,220 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Crestwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Square at Fanwood Townhomes | BRIGHTON | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.34 |
| Glenside | $2.50/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom Grand Corner | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Netherwood Flats | Scarlet | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 2389 Mountain Ave, Unit 2 | 2389 Mountain Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Oakwood Gardens | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 409 Park Ave, Unit 5 | 409 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| The Monarch at Plainfield | 2BB | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Blair Tudor Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Blair Beacon Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| 227 South Ave W | 227 South Ave W | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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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 $1,760 at Blair Beacon Apartment Homes.
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.
What is the most affordable Fanwood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fanwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 824-826 George Street and starts from $3,000.
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