Cheap Homes for Rent in Hillcrest Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ from $1,500 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hillcrest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,537 | $1,850 | $3,800 |
Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,163 | $2,200 | $3,800 |
Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,250 | $2,800 | $3,700 |
Hillcrest 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,250 | $7,000 | $7,500 |
Hillcrest 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,550 | $5,550 | $5,550 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Maplewood, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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56-Village Court Apartments, LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Rose Garden | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NJ
As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $2.10 price per square foot 58 Grant Pl Model at 58 Grant Pl, Unit 58 Grant Pl in the in the Upper Irvington neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 36 Tremont St Model at 36 Tremont St, Unit 2 starting at $2,200 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Lower Clinton Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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58 Grant Pl, Unit 58 Grant Pl | 58 Grant Pl | 4BR,1BA | $2.10 |
36 Tremont St, Unit 2 | 36 Tremont St | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Rose Garden | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
53 Union Ave, Unit 404 | 53 Union Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
28 Elmwood Ave, Unit 2 | 28 Elmwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
977 Chancellor Ave, Unit B2 | 977 Chancellor Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
53 39th St, Unit Basement | 53 39th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
342 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 12 | 342 Stuyvesant Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
510 Stuyvesant Ave, Unit 2 | 510 Stuyvesant Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
50 Union Ave, Unit 1 | 50 Union Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillcrest
What type of rentals are currently available in Hillcrest?
There are currently 232 Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $6,500. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillcrest ranging from $1,500 to $7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillcrest?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillcrest ranges from $1,500 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,950.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hillcrest?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillcrest range from $2,200 to $6,485, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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