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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. 913-915 Grove St in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. 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
913-915 Grove St2 Beds2BR,$1,000
Monroe GardenStudio on Watson Ave1BR,1BA$1,145
Heritage EstatesStudio1BR,1BA$1,175
Sheridan GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, NJ

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $1.04 price per square foot 19 Chapman Pl Model at 19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place in the in the Upper Irvington neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 810 Adams Ave Model at 810 Adams Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,900 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Keighry Head 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.
19 Chapman Pl, Unit 19 Chapman Place19 Chapman Pl4BR,2BA$1.04
810 Adams Ave, Unit 2810 Adams Ave3BR,2BA$1.61
729 Linden Ave, Unit 729 Linden #2fl729 Linden Ave3BR,2BA$1.75
9 Shephard Ave, Unit 29 Shephard Ave3BR,2BA$1.67
293-295 Weequahic Ave4 Bed, 1 Bath4BR,1BA$1.70
309 Ellis Ave309 Ellis Ave3BR,1BA$1.69
267 Ellis Ave, Unit 001267 Ellis Ave3BR,1BA$1.64
The Residences at Clinton Hill2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.05
42 Tillinghast St, Unit 3R42 Tillinghast St2BR,1BA$1.74
17 Edwin Plz, Unit 117 Edwin Plz2BR,1BA$1.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillside

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillside?

There are currently 1357 Apartments for Rent in Hillside, NJ with pricing that ranges from $775 to $6,930. There are also 117 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillside ranging from $1,150 to $7,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillside ranges from $1,150 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,076.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillside range from $1,900 to $6,404, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,150.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.