
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fords, NJ from $1,300 (48 Rentals)
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Residence at Roosevelt Park 62+ SENIOR

Reinhard Manor (55+ Community)

Hilltop Manor & Estates

Jacobs Landing

Parkwood Gardens

Hillside Gardens

Gill Lane

Cloverleaf Gardens
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North Hills Apartments, LLC

Woodbridge Terrace

Georgian Arms Apartments

Woodbridge Apartments

Florida Grove Manor

Convery Gardens

577 Rahway Ave

86 S Fulton St

Evergreen Meadows
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Greenfield Gardens

Hyde Park Village (Ages 55+)

Kings Gardens

Parkside Apartments

Furnished Studio-Edison - Raritan Center

Bridgeton Apartments

10 Green St

Dalina Manor - 55+ Community

The Crossings at Menlo Park
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333 Crows Mill Rd

177 Avenel St, Unit 1B

177 Avenel St

55 Gill Ln

Camelot at Federal Hill

Parsonage Hill Village

Luxe Apartments

Oak Tree Village

Furnished Studio-Newark - Woodbridge
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82 Fiat Ave, Unit 2R

Five85West

The Raye

Metuchen Manor

77 Brook St

Redfield Village

Trafalgar Gardens

Colonia Gardens

Clara Barton Apartments
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Crossroads Gardens

Georgetown Luxury Townhomes

Modera Woodbridge
Fords, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fords?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fords Studio Apartments | $2,241 | $1,750 | $2,675 |
| Cheap Fords 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $1,349 | $3,450 |
| Cheap Fords 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,854 | $1,614 | $4,400 |
| Cheap Fords 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,389 | $2,294 | $4,900 |
| Cheap Fords 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $2,560 | $2,560 |
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Cheapest Available Fords Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fords, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Reinhard Manor (55+ Community) in the Metropark neighborhood priced from $1,640. Hilltop Manor & Estates in the Metropark neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,640. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fords apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reinhard Manor (55+ Community) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Hilltop Manor & Estates | 1 Bedroom Manor | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Hillside Gardens | SPECIAL! 1BR 2nd floor (top) Rear | 1BR,1BA | $1,708 |
| Gill Lane | 1 Bedroom Large Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Cloverleaf Gardens | The Colonia | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| North Hills Apartments, LLC | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath - Basement Apt | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Woodbridge Terrace | 1 Bedroom Luxury with Large Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Georgian Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Convery Gardens | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fords, NJ
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fords area is the $2.14 price per square foot $2.14/sq.ft. - C-2 Model at Evergreen Meadows in the in the Fords neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Fords apartment is the Birchmont Model at Autumn Hills starting at $2,495 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Fords neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fords apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Meadows | $2.14/sq.ft. - C-2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.14 |
| Autumn Hills | Birchmont | 1BR,2.5BA | $2.04 |
| Luxe Apartments | Majestic plus | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Greenfield Gardens | $2.03/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Green Plaza | Sapphire II | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| 69 S Harrison Ave, Unit A | 69 S Harrison Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| 82 Fiat Ave, Unit 2R | 82 Fiat Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Gill Lane | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.23 |
| Parsonage Hill Village | $2.22/sq.ft. - B | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Dalina Manor - 55+ Community | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fords Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fords?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fords is at Woodbridge Apartments listed at $1,750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fords Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fords Apartment is $1,640 at Reinhard Manor (55+ Community).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fords Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fords is starting from $1,976 at Dalina Manor - 55+ Community.
What is the most affordable Fords Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fords Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodbridge Center Plaza and starts from $3,140.
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.
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