
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hackensack Neighborhood of Hackensack, NJ from $1,100 (41 Rentals)
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Cambridge Arms

Lehigh Court

51 1st St

The Parkview at Polifly: In-Washer & Dryer, Heat and Water Included, and Cat & Dog Friendly

39-45 1st St

Essex Gardens

Cadillac Manor
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Summit on Prospect

The Cornerstone: Heat, Gas, Hot & Cold Water Included, Elevator, Cat & Dog Friendly

The Ivanhoe

Prospect Ridge

The Forte

140 Prospect

Royal Court

100 Kansas St
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State Gardens

Crossroads 389

Briarwood Commons

265 Beech St, Unit 4

275 Beech St, Unit 31

210 Main

Linden House

Print House
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Ora

Meridia Metro

Woolworth Residences

326 Prospect Ave, Unit 2G

The Newport

The Eldorado

195 Central Ave

McKinley
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Dawn Manor

Cliff Meyer St Assoc LLC

Fairleigh Arms

Grand Imperial Apartments

161MAIN

The Imperial Apartments

220 Prospect Ave
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326 Prospect Ave, Unit 2G
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 | $2,228 | $1,550 | $2,709 |
| Downtown Hackensack 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,630 | $1,124 | $3,799 |
| Downtown Hackensack 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,459 | $1,426 | $6,006 |
| Downtown Hackensack 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $1,845 | $3,995 |
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There are currently 41 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 Cambridge Arms priced from $1,550. Fairleigh Arms 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Arms | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Fairleigh Arms | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Lehigh Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| McKinley | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 51 1st St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 39-45 1st St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Parkview at Polifly: In-Unit Washer & Dryer, Heat and Water Included, and Cat & Dog Friendly | 0-1 (350) W/D | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| The Cornerstone: Heat, Gas, Hot & Cold Water Included, Elevator, Cat & Dog Friendly | 1-1 (Efficiency) | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Cadillac Manor | 1-1 (565 en suite) | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Summit on Prospect | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hackensack, NJ
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hackensack area is the $2.71 price per square foot 2-2 (1234) Model at The Atrium @ Anderson Station in the in the Teaneck Riverftont neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Downtown Hackensack apartment is the 1BR/Den/1BA Model at The PIERRE Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Hackensack 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Atrium @ Anderson Station | 2-2 (1234) | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| The PIERRE Apartments | 1BR/Den/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| The Carlyle | 524-2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Excelsior II | B/R | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Fairleigh Arms | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| State Gardens | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 51 1st St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 39-45 1st St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Briarwood Commons | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Lehigh Court | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
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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 Cambridge Arms listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hackensack Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hackensack Apartment is $1,600 at Lehigh Court.
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 $2,195 at Summit on Prospect.
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