Cheap Homes for Rent in Hillside, NJ from $800 (49 Rentals)

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property at 1023 Voorhees St

$950 - $1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 2

1023 Voorhees St

HillsideNJ07205

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property at 475 Clinton Ave

$1,398

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$1,398
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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475 Clinton Ave, Unit 2

475 Clinton Ave
NewarkNJ07108
property at 318 Ellis Ave

$1,450

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$1,450
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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318 Ellis Ave, Unit 3

318 Ellis Ave
IrvingtonNJ07111
property at 195 Lehigh Ave

$1,500

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$1,500
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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195 Lehigh Ave

NewarkNJ07112

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property at 70 W Grand St

$1,550

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$1,550
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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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70 W Grand St

ElizabethNJ07202

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

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property at 128 Baltimore Ave

$1,700

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$1,700
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128 Baltimore Ave

HillsideNJ07205

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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property at 557 S Broad St

$1,774

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$1,774
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557 S Broad St, Unit C2

557 S Broad St
ElizabethNJ07202
property at 1023 Adams Ave

$1,800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1023 Adams Ave

UnionNJ07083

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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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. Heritage Estates in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. 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
Heritage EstatesStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Maple GardensApartment 06LStudio,1BA$1,285

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, NJ

As of August 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $0.45 price per square foot 33 Norman Rd Model at 33 Norman Rd, Unit 31 in the in the Upper Vailsburg neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 326 Field Pl Model at 326 Field Pl, Unit #2L starting at $2,200 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Livingston 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.
33 Norman Rd, Unit 3133 Norman Rd3BR,1BA$0.45
326 Field Pl, Unit #2L326 Field Pl3BR,1BA$0.51
83 Sheridan St, Unit 283 Sheridan St3BR,1BA$0.84
26 Glorieux St, Unit Floor 126 Glorieux St3BR,1BA$1.16
523 Lidgerwood Ave, Unit Elmora523 Lidgerwood Ave3BR,2BA$1.67
176 Weequahic Ave176 Weequahic Ave2BR,2BA$1.76
17 Edwin Plz, Unit 117 Edwin Plz2BR,1BA$1.80
The Residences at Clinton Hill1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.04
47 Saint James Pl47 Saint James Pl1BR,1BA$1.08
69 Mapes Ave, Unit 369 Mapes Ave1BR,1BA$1.86

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

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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 Hillside

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillside?

There are currently 1369 Apartments for Rent in Hillside, NJ with pricing that ranges from $850 to $11,000. There are also 213 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillside ranging from $800 to $5,500.

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 $800 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,445.

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 $1,800 to $3,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,995.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

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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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.