Cheap Apartments for Rent in Garfield, NJ from $1,100 (56 Rentals)

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Karl Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Karl Place

1 Karl PlGarfield, NJ 07026
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Garfield 99
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Garfield 99

99 Passaic StGarfield, NJ 07026

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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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35 Kimmig Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

35 Kimmig Ave

35 Kimmig AveLodi, NJ 07644
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Union Bridge Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Union Bridge Gardens

153 Darwin AveRutherford, NJ 07070
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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 1 Bed unit found at Swan Court Apartments in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood priced from $1,615. The Clifton Manor in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Garfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Swan Court Apartments1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,615
The Clifton Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,650
Skyline Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bath, Small1BR,1BA$1,700
Park Terrace Gardens3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,825
Lodi Court Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,830
SDK Lodi ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,850
The Gardens At Wesmont Station1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,899
The PenningtonE StudioStudio,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garfield, NJ

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Garfield area is the $0.28 price per square foot 79 Prospect St Model at 79 Prospect St, Unit 2 in the in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Garfield apartment is the 354 Highland Ave Model at 354 Highland Ave, Unit 3 second floor starting at $3,200 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic 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.
79 Prospect St, Unit 279 Prospect St2BR,1BA$0.28
354 Highland Ave, Unit 3 second floor354 Highland Ave3BR,1BA$1.33
220 Hayward Pl, Unit Floor 2220 Hayward Pl3BR,2BA$1.94
16 Main St, Unit Second Floor16 Main St3BR,2BA$2.13
125 Liberty St, Unit 2125 Liberty St2BR,2BA$2.00
159 Harrison Ave, Unit 2159 Harrison Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.42
266 E 54th St, Unit House266 E 54th St1BR,1BA$1.70
63 Hamilton Ave, Unit 263 Hamilton Ave2BR,1BA$2.30
40 Union Ave, Unit 240 Union Ave1BR,1BA$2.10
Cliff View Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.19

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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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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Clifton Manor listed at $1,650.

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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