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The Residences at Clinton Hill

620 1st Ave

338 Union Ave

68 Huntington Terrace

516 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 20

Maple Gardens
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945 Spofford Ave, Unit liz

Monroe Garden

Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall

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Sheridan Gardens
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342 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 1

Linden Arms, LLC

Bermudez Apartments

500 Hawthorne Ave
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Hillside, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hillside Studio Apartments | $1,813 | $1,125 | $2,310 |
| Cheap Hillside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $750 | $3,312 |
| Cheap Hillside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $1,157 | $4,188 |
| Cheap Hillside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,731 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Hillside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $2,150 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillside, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at Clinton Hill in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood priced from $932. Maple Gardens in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at Clinton Hill | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| Maple Gardens | Apartment 06L | Studio,1BA | $1,285 |
| Newly Renovated Apt Across from City Hall | 2 Rooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, NJ
As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $0.34 price per square foot 55 Schley St Model at 55 Schley St, Unit Apt #1 in the in the Upper Clinton Hill neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 632 Norwood Ter Model at 632 Norwood Ter, Unit 2 starting at $2,600 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Peterstown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Schley St, Unit Apt #1 | 55 Schley St | 5BR,2BA | $0.34 |
| 632 Norwood Ter, Unit 2 | 632 Norwood Ter | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 83 Sheridan St, Unit 2 | 83 Sheridan St | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 7 Sager Pl, Unit 2R | 7 Sager Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora | 523 Lidgerwood Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.67 |
| 56 Durand Pl, Unit 1 | 56 Durand Pl | 4BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| The Residences at Clinton Hill | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 651 S 13th St, Unit 1 | 651 S 13th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 42 Tillinghast St, Unit 1L | 42 Tillinghast St | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 132 Seymour Ave, Unit #3 | 132 Seymour Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Getting Around Hillside, NJ
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillside is at Maple Gardens listed at $1,285.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillside Apartment is $932 at The Residences at Clinton Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillside is starting from $1,157 at The Residences at Clinton Hill.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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