Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hackensack Neighborhood of Hackensack, NJ from $1,179 (53 Rentals)

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The Walcott Hackensack
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$2,396 - $5,022

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Base Rent$2,396 - $5,022
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Walcott Hackensack

435 Main StHackensack, NJ 07601
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The Newport
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Newport

350 Prospect AveHackensack, NJ 07601
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The Eldorado
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Eldorado

240 Anderson StHackensack, NJ 07601
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Lehigh Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lehigh Court

15 Lehigh StHackensack, NJ 07601
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South Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Park

170 S Park StHackensack, NJ 07601

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Rose Garden
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Garden

401-407 Passaic StHackensack, NJ 07601
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Windsor Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Apartments

70 Anderson StHackensack, NJ 07601
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Dawn Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dawn Manor

100 2nd StHackensack, NJ 07601
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45 Linden
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

45 Linden

45-47 Linden StHackensack, NJ 07601
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39-45 1st St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

39-45 1st St

39-45 1st StHackensack, NJ 07601
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51 1st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

51 1st St

51 1st StHackensack, NJ 07601
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161MAIN
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

161MAIN

161 Main StHackensack, NJ 07601
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210 Main
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

210 Main

210 Main StHackensack, NJ 07601
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Olivia Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Olivia Terrace

321 Prospect AveHackensack, NJ 07601
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Regency Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Manor

340 Park StHackensack, NJ 07601
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Downtown Hackensack, Hackensack, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Hackensack Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Hackensack area of Hackensack, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Courtyard at Prospect priced from $1,426. Essex Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable Downtown Hackensack apartments for rent in Hackensack, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Courtyard at Prospect4 Room 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,426
Essex GardensStudio Deluxe1BR,1BA$1,625
FAO Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,705
45 Linden45 Linden - 071BR,1BA$1,750
Royal Court1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Summit on Prospect1BR1BR,1BA$1,825
The Cornerstone0-1Studio,1BA$1,895
The Parkview at Polifly0-1 (Sq.) W/D Double Window KitchenStudio,1BA$1,995
Briarwood Commons1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hackensack, NJ

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hackensack area is the $2.02 price per square foot TWO BEDROOMS Model at 140 Prospect in the in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood starting from $3,045. The second greatest value Downtown Hackensack apartment is the Tower 2BR D Model at Prospect Place starting at $3,518 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Northwest Teaneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Hackensack apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
140 ProspectTWO BEDROOMS2BR,2BA$2.02
Prospect PlaceTower 2BR D2BR,2BA$2.75
The Atrium @ Anderson Station2-2 (1234)2BR,2BA$2.71
The PIERRE Apartments1BR/Den/1BA1BR,1BA$2.79
Excelsior IIB/R1BR,1BA$2.24
50 Anderson St, Unit A1150 Anderson St1BR,1BA$2.19
The Carlyle524-1x1A1BR,1BA$2.87
FAO Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.27
Briarwood Commons1 BR/ 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.75
Courtyard at Prospect4 Room 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.04

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 The Cornerstone listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hackensack Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hackensack Apartment is $1,625 at Essex Gardens.

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 $1,426 at Courtyard at Prospect.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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