Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, NJ from $700 (26 Rentals)

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Building 534
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Building 534

534 BroadwayPaterson, NJ 07514
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486-490 Park Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

486-490 Park Ave

486-490 Park AvePaterson, NJ 07504
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Redwood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Village

311 Redwood AvePaterson, NJ 07522
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191 Market St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

191 Market St

191 Market StPaterson, NJ 07505
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282 Broadway Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

282 Broadway Ave

282 Broadway AvePaterson, NJ 07501

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Hospital Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hospital Plaza

200 Hospital PlzPaterson, NJ 07503
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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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Colt Arms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Colt Arms Apartments

18-56 Godwin StPaterson, NJ 07501
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Riverview Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Towers

125-145 Presidential BlvdPaterson, NJ 07522
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44 Beech St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

44 Beech St

44 Beech StPaterson, NJ 07501
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216 Straight St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

216 Straight St

216 Straight StPaterson, NJ 07501
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Riverview Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Towers

85-105 Presidential BlvdPaterson, NJ 07522
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457 E 22nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

457 E 22nd St

457 E 22nd StPaterson, NJ 07514
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180 Cedar St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

180 Cedar St

180 Cedar StPaterson, NJ 07501

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159 12th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

159 12th Ave

159 12th AvePaterson, NJ 07501
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77-91 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

77-91 Park Ave

77-91 Park AvePaterson, NJ 07524
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Hawthorne, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hawthorne, NJ

Pricing Updated: 01/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Hawthorne, 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 Hawthorne Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Lafayette Hills$3,300$1,64921

Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hawthorne, NJ is a Studio unit found at 324,339 and 431 Broadway in the Stoney Road neighborhood priced from $1,350. Freedom Village Senior 55+ in the Stoney Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
324,339 and 431 Broadway324 BroadwayStudio,1BA$1,350
Freedom Village Senior 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,398
Fairlawn Properties3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
35 McKinley1 BD1BR,1BA$1,749
Kent Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Mill Street SquareOne Bedroom (Income Minium and Maximum Apply)1BR,1BA$1,816
Haledon Estates ApartmentsLow Rise One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,849
Hawthorne Garden1BD/1BA Upgraded Units1BR,1BA$1,850
Lafayette Park Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, NJ and Nearby

As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne area is the $1.83 price per square foot $3.20/sq.ft. - The Hunterdon Model at Fair Lawn Commons in the in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Hawthorne apartment is the 2BD 1BA Model at 111 E Ridgewood Ave starting at $3,000 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fair Lawn Commons$3.20/sq.ft. - The Hunterdon2BR,2BA$1.83
111 E Ridgewood Ave2BD 1BA2BR,1BA$2.73
34 Mawhinney Ave, Unit 2FL34 Mawhinney Ave2BR,1BA$2.30
137 Godwin Ave, Unit 2137 Godwin Ave3BR,1BA$2.25
Haledon Estates ApartmentsGarden Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.34
Kent Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.30
101 Lily St, Unit 2nd Flr101 Lily St2BR,1BA$2.50
Hawthorne Garden1BD/1BA Upgraded Units1BR,1BA$2.64
Lafayette Park Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$2.71
Freedom Village Senior 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.08

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hawthorne Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hawthorne?

The cheapest apartment in Hawthorne is Freedom Village Senior 55+ which is listed at $1,398, while the average apartment in Hawthorne costs $3,300.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hawthorne?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Hawthorne that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!