Cheap Homes for Rent in Bergen Lafayette Neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ from $1,400 (37 Rentals)

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property at 264 Old Bergen Rd

264 Old Bergen Rd

Jersey CityNJ07305
property at 85 Woodlawn Ave

85 Woodlawn Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305

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property at 29 Westervelt Pl

29 Westervelt Pl

Jersey CityNJ07304
property at 55 Astor Pl

55 Astor Pl

Jersey CityNJ07304
property at 18 Reed St

18 Reed St

Jersey CityNJ07304

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property at 304 Fulton Ave

304 Fulton Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305
property at 132 Mallory Ave

132 Mallory Ave

Jersey CityNJ07304
property at 72 M.L.K. Drive

72 M.L.K. Drive

Jersey CityNJ07305

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property at 309 M.L.K. Drive

309 M.L.K. Drive

Jersey CityNJ07305
property at 68 Rose Ave

68 Rose Ave

Jersey CityNJ07305
property at 826 Grand St

826 Grand St

Jersey CityNJ07304

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Bergen Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bergen Lafayette Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
61 Duncan Ave ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,579

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bergen Lafayette, NJ

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bergen Lafayette area is the $2.08 price per square foot 220 Union St Model at 220 Union St, Unit 2 in the in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Bergen Lafayette apartment is the 169 Claremont Ave Model at 169 Claremont Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Martin Luther King-Bergen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bergen Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
220 Union St, Unit 2220 Union St3BR,2BA$2.08
169 Claremont Ave, Unit 1169 Claremont Ave4BR,1BA$2.00
90 Prescott St, Unit 290 Prescott St1BR,1BA$1.72
70 Wilkinson Ave, Unit 170 Wilkinson Ave3BR,1BA$2.00
290 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Unit 2290 Martin Luther King Jr Dr3BR,1BA$1.35
96 Orient Ave, Unit 296 Orient Ave2BR,1BA$1.85
96 Orient Ave, Unit 296 Orient Ave3BR,1BA$1.85
267 Forrest St, Unit 1267 Forrest St3BR,1BA$2.10
99 Atlantic St, Unit Garden99 Atlantic StStudio ,1BA$1.87
227 Wegman Pky, Unit Basement227 Wegman Pky1BR,1BA$2.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bergen Lafayette

What type of rentals are currently available in Bergen Lafayette?

There are currently 956 Apartments for Rent in Bergen Lafayette, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,150 to $17,500. There are also 150 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bergen Lafayette ranging from $1,475 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bergen Lafayette?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bergen Lafayette ranges from $1,475 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,626.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bergen Lafayette?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bergen Lafayette range from $1,250 to $17,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,899 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

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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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.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.