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10 McGotty Pl

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292 Wainwright St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

292 Wainwright St

292 Wainwright StNewark, NJ 07112
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47 Watson Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

47 Watson Ave

47 Watson AveElizabeth, NJ 07202
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595 Elizabeth Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

595 Elizabeth Ave

595 Elizabeth AveNewark, NJ 07112
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129 Chancellor Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

129 Chancellor Ave

129 Chancellor AveNewark, NJ 07112
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356 Stuyvesant Ave
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356 Stuyvesant Ave

356 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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305 Osborne Ter
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305 Osborne Ter

305 Osborne TerNewark, NJ 07112
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999 Stuyvesant Ave
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999 Stuyvesant Ave

999 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Hillside, NJ Local Guide

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 $999. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Residences at Clinton Hill1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$932
Maple GardensApartment 10MStudio,1BA$999
Heritage EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, NJ

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $2.03 price per square foot 716 Seaport Dr Model at 716 Seaport Dr, Unit 1 in the in the Elizabeth Port neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 13 Garwood Pl Model at 13 Garwood Pl starting at $2,650 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
716 Seaport Dr, Unit 1716 Seaport Dr3BR,2BA$2.03
13 Garwood Pl13 Garwood Pl3BR,1.5BA$1.77
280 Morris Ave, Unit 2280 Morris Ave4BR,1BA$1.98
48 Ellis Ave, Unit 148 Ellis Ave3BR,2BA$2.00
116 22nd St, Unit 2116 22nd St3BR,1BA$1.58
686 S 11th St, Unit First Floor686 S 11th St3BR,1BA$2.00
643 S 13th St, Unit 2643 S 13th St3BR,1BA$2.00
The Residences at Clinton Hill1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.04
Rutgers Arms1BR1BR,1BA$1.91
76 Union Ave76 Union Ave1BR,1BA$2.04

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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 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 $999.

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 $1,775 at Madison.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.