Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Passaic Neighborhood of Passaic, NJ from $900 (16 Rentals)
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Downtown Passaic, Passaic, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Passaic?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Passaic Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,000 | $1,300 |
| Downtown Passaic 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,780 | $900 | $2,600 |
| Downtown Passaic 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,185 | $1,400 | $3,200 |
| Downtown Passaic 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,048 | $2,250 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Passaic 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $2,225 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Passaic Neighborhood of Passaic, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Passaic Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Passaic area of Passaic, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at The Pennington priced from $1,925. 68 Hammond Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Downtown Passaic apartments for rent in Passaic, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pennington | N 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| 68 Hammond Ave | Junot | 3BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| PARKVIEW LUXURY APARTMENTS | B | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| 711 Main Ave | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Passaic, NJ
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Passaic area is the $2.55 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 58 Hamilton Ave in the in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Downtown Passaic apartment is the B Model at PARKVIEW LUXURY APARTMENTS starting at $2,600 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Passaic apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Hamilton Ave | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| PARKVIEW LUXURY APARTMENTS | B | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 385 Highland Ave, Unit 1A | 385 Highland Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 13 Brinkerhoff Pl, Unit 2 | 13 Brinkerhoff Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 117 Parker Ave, Unit A | 117 Parker Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 68 Hammond Ave | Junot | 3BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| The Pennington | E 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 206 Cambridge Ave, Unit 206 Cambridge Ave Garfiel | 206 Cambridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 34 Belmont Ave, Unit 5 | 34 Belmont Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 60 Hayward Pl, Unit 2 | 60 Hayward Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Passaic Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Passaic Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Passaic Apartment is $1,925 at The Pennington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Passaic Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Passaic is starting from $2,800 at The Pennington.
What is the most affordable Downtown Passaic Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Passaic Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 68 Hammond Ave and starts from $2,300.
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