Cheap Homes for Rent in Hackensack, NJ from $1,600 (21 Rentals)

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property at 38 Columbus Ave

$1,600

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38 Columbus Ave

Little FerryNJ07643
property at 14 River St

$1,750

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$1,750

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14 River St

LodiNJ07644

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property at 326 Prospect Ave

$2,200

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$2,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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326 Prospect Ave, Unit 2G

326 Prospect Ave
HackensackNJ07601

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property at 326 Prospect Ave

$2,200

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$2,200

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326 Prospect Ave, Unit 2G

326 Prospect Ave
HackensackNJ07601
property at 15 Bernice Pl

$2,300

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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15 Bernice Pl

LodiNJ07644

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Hackensack, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hackensack, NJ

Pricing Updated: 06/18/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hackensack, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hackensack Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Hackensack$3,615$1,124140
Hackensack Teaneck$4,475$1,124325

Cheapest Available Hackensack Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hackensack, NJ is a Studio unit found at Venice Court in the East Teaneck neighborhood priced from $1,349. Saint James Apartments in the Northwest Teaneck neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hackensack apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Venice CourtStudioStudio,1BA$1,349
Saint James ApartmentsSt. James 1 BDRM Second floor1BR,1BA$1,500
Westgate Apartments1 Bedroom 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,550
McKinleyA11BR,1BA$1,595
Lehigh Court1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hackensack, NJ

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hackensack area is the $1.95 price per square foot 61 Chestnut St Model at 61 Chestnut St, Unit 2 in the in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Hackensack apartment is the 56 Spring St Model at 56 Spring St, Unit 3bed apt no fees starting at $2,550 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Hackensack Teaneck neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hackensack apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
61 Chestnut St, Unit 261 Chestnut St3BR,2BA$1.95
56 Spring St, Unit 3bed apt no fees56 Spring St3BR,1BA$2.32
Saint James ApartmentsSt. James 2 BDRM1BR,1BA$2.44
Cliff View GardensA1BR,1BA$2.19
248 Columbia Ave, Unit Garibaldi Associates LLC248 Columbia Ave1BR,1BA$2.31
107 Ross Ave1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.26
Westgate Apartments1 Bedroom 1st Floor1BR,1BA$2.07
51 1st St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.39
39-45 1st St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.39
Lodi Court Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.45

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hackensack

What type of rentals are currently available in Hackensack?

There are currently 452 Apartments for Rent in Hackensack, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,124 to $6,245. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hackensack ranging from $1,600 to $4,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hackensack?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hackensack ranges from $1,600 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,953.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hackensack?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hackensack range from $1,845 to $4,161, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,950 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,650.

Expert Rental Resources

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.