
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hackensack Neighborhood of Hackensack, NJ from $800 (24 Rentals)
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Courtyard at Prospect

Essex Gardens

State Gardens

Cambridge Arms

Summit on Prospect

Briarwood Commons

Prospect Ridge
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50 Anderson St, Unit E8

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Cadillac Manor

The Ivanhoe

Lehigh Court

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Royal Court

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Downtown Hackensack, Hackensack, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Hackensack?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Hackensack Studio Apartments | $2,167 | $1,595 | $2,445 |
| Downtown Hackensack 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $850 | $3,715 |
| Downtown Hackensack 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,329 | $2,095 | $7,857 |
| Downtown Hackensack 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $1,995 | $3,330 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Hackensack Neighborhood of Hackensack, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Hackensack Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Hackensack area of Hackensack, NJ is a Studio unit found at Essex Gardens priced from $1,595. State Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Downtown Hackensack apartments for rent in Hackensack, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| State Gardens | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Cambridge Arms | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Summit on Prospect | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Prospect Ridge | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hackensack, NJ
As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hackensack area is the $1.99 price per square foot TWO BEDROOMS Model at 140 Prospect in the in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Downtown Hackensack apartment is the 2-C Model at 50 Main starting at $3,250 with a $2.43 price per square foot in the Downtown Teaneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Hackensack apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 Prospect | TWO BEDROOMS | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| 50 Main | 2-C | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Woolworth Residences | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| The Carlyle | 524-2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Excelsior II | B/R | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 351 Central Ave, Unit DD | 351 Central Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 223 Prospect Ave, Unit C | 223 Prospect Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| 50 Anderson St, Unit E8 | 50 Anderson St | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Linden House | A13 | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Briarwood Commons | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Hackensack, Hackensack, NJ
Lillian M. Steen Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Hackensack Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Hackensack?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Hackensack is at Essex Gardens listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hackensack Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hackensack Apartment is $1,650 at Cambridge Arms.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Hackensack Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Hackensack is starting from $2,395 at Summit on Prospect.
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