Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ from $725 (57 Rentals)

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Maplewood Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood Lofts

1585 Springfield AveMaplewood, NJ 07040

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property at 378 Valley

$2,050

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$2,050
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$2,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Sep 1

378 Valley, Unit #C5C

378 Valley
South OrangeNJ07079

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

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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property at 23 Maple Pl

$2,150

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$2,150
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$2,150

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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23 Maple Pl

IrvingtonNJ07111
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356 Stuyvesant Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

356 Stuyvesant Ave

356 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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1278-1280 Clinton Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1278-1280 Clinton Ave

1278-1280 Clinton AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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Stuyvesant Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stuyvesant Gardens

378-404 Stuyvesant AveIrvington, NJ 07111
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44-54 Rich St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

44-54 Rich St

44-54 Rich StIrvington, NJ 07111
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171 Company
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

171 Company

171 South Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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Concord Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Concord Apartments

177 Irvington AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
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property at 17 Hazelwood Ave

$1,900

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$1,900
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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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17 Hazelwood Ave

NewarkNJ07106
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Grove Terrace 185
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grove Terrace 185

185 S Orange AveSouth Orange, NJ 07079

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Hillcrest, Maplewood, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Newark, NJ is a 2 Beds unit found at Williams Court Apartment priced from $1,795. Concord Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,894. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Newark, NJ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Williams Court Apartment4 Rooms2BR,1BA$1,795
Concord ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,894
South Orange Rose Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,000
22 Cottage1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NJ

As of August 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $2.33 price per square foot 100 Norman Rd Model at 100 Norman Rd, Unit 94 in the in the Upper Vailsburg neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 17 Poe Ave Model at 17 Poe Ave, Unit #2 starting at $2,700 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Upper Vailsburg neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
100 Norman Rd, Unit 94100 Norman Rd4BR,2BA$2.33
17 Poe Ave, Unit #217 Poe Ave3BR,2BA$2.07
43 Frederick Ter, Unit 2nd Floor43 Frederick Ter3BR,1BA$2.04
50 Underwood St, Unit Very spacious 2 bedroom50 Underwood St2BR,1BA$2.10
22 Cottage1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.50
76 Union Ave76 Union Ave1BR,1BA$2.04
152 Stuyvesant Ave152 Stuyvesant Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.50
510 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 2510 Stuyvesant AveStudio ,1BA$2.04
340 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 6340 Stuyvesant AveStudio ,1BA$2.34
342 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 1342 Stuyvesant AveStudio ,1BA$2.25

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Hillcrest, Maplewood, NJ

Ranked #5

Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hillcrest?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hillcrest is at Concord Apartments listed at $1,894.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $2,000 at South Orange Rose Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillcrest is starting from $1,795 at Williams Court Apartment.

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