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Garfield 99
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Garfield 99

99 Passaic StGarfield, NJ 07026

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80 Union Ave

CliftonNJ07011

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Ottawa House
Studio Apartments

Ottawa House

474 Ottawa AveHasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604
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120 Park Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

120 Park Place

120-122 Park PlPassaic, NJ 07055
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Yorkview Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Yorkview Gardens

329 Hackensack StCarlstadt, NJ 07072
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330 E. 33rd St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

330 E. 33rd St.

328-336 E 33rd StPaterson, NJ 07504
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Cynthia Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cynthia Gardens

222 Garibaldi AveLodi, NJ 07644
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26 Foster Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

26 Foster Street

26 Foster StClifton, NJ 07011
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Ralson Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ralson Apartments

272 Lakeview AvePaterson, NJ 07503
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Angela Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Angela Gardens

306 Garibaldi AveLodi, NJ 07644
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196-198 9th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

196-198 9th St

196-198 9th StPassaic, NJ 07055
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Union Bridge Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Union Bridge Gardens

153 Darwin AveRutherford, NJ 07070
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35 Kimmig Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

35 Kimmig Ave

35 Kimmig AveLodi, NJ 07644
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Garfield, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Garfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Garfield, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Towers at Passaic Park in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood priced from $1,600. Swan Court Apartments in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,615. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Garfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Towers at Passaic Park521-0x1Studio,1BA$1,600
Swan Court Apartments1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,615
King Alfred ApartmentsLarge kitchen One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,699
Skyline Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath, Small1BR,1BA$1,700
River View Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Saddle Brook ApartmentsRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$1,790
442-446 Monroe St.1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
The PenningtonE StudioStudio,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garfield, NJ

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Garfield area is the $0.98 price per square foot 22 John St Model at 22 John St, Unit 22 John street #2 in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Garfield apartment is the 235 Lawrence Ave Model at 235 Lawrence Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,800 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
22 John St, Unit 22 John street #222 John St2BR,1BA$0.98
235 Lawrence Ave, Unit 1235 Lawrence Ave3BR,2BA$2.11
111 Mercer St, Unit 1111 Mercer St2BR,1BA$1.33
588 McKinley St, Unit 2588 McKinley St3BR,1BA$2.38
PARKVIEW LUXURY APARTMENTSA6- 1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.04
33 Washington Ave, Unit 233 Washington Ave1BR,1BA$2.06
442-446 Monroe St.1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.47
King Alfred ApartmentsLarge kitchen One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43
126 US Highway 46, Unit 2126 US Highway 461BR,1BA$2.29
The Towers at Passaic Park521-0x1Studio ,1BA$2.38

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Garfield Overview

Garfield is a city of about 30,000 people in Bergen County, NJ, situated at the junction of the Passaic and Saddle Rivers and about a 40-minute drive from Manhattan. Garfield is nicknamed the "City of Champions" because its high school football team, cadets, and drum and bugle corps won championships. Also, Tippy Larkin, "the Garfield Gunner," was the Junior Welterweight Boxing Champion of the World in 1946. The largest industries in the city are retail, health care, and manufacturing. Garfield has an urban, suburban feel.

Why live in Garfield, NJ?

You'll like living in Garfield. It has a high livability score and a low cost of living relative to other cities nationally and New Jersey, in particular. The city is generally safe and has great diversity. It offers some great parks and restaurants. It's also a suburb of New York City, you'll live in a quiet city while having access to jobs and entertainment in one of the world's greatest cities.

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Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Garfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Garfield is at The Towers at Passaic Park listed at $1,600.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Garfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Garfield Apartment is $1,615 at Swan Court Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Garfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Garfield is starting from $2,175 at Skyline Apartments.

What is the most affordable Garfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Garfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 68 Hammond Ave and starts from $2,300.

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