Cheap Apartments for Rent in Paterson, NJ from $700 (50 Rentals)

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Building 534
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Building 534

534 BroadwayPaterson, NJ 07514
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486-490 Park Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

486-490 Park Ave

486-490 Park AvePaterson, NJ 07504
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Redwood Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Village

311 Redwood AvePaterson, NJ 07522
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191 Market St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

191 Market St

191 Market StPaterson, NJ 07505
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282 Broadway Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

282 Broadway Ave

282 Broadway AvePaterson, NJ 07501
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Hospital Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hospital Plaza

200 Hospital PlzPaterson, NJ 07503
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330 E. 33rd St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

330 E. 33rd St.

328-336 E 33rd StPaterson, NJ 07504
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Colt Arms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Colt Arms Apartments

18-56 Godwin StPaterson, NJ 07501
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Riverview Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Towers

125-145 Presidential BlvdPaterson, NJ 07522
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44 Beech St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

44 Beech St

44 Beech StPaterson, NJ 07501
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Ralson Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ralson Apartments

272 Lakeview AvePaterson, NJ 07503
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216 Straight St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

216 Straight St

216 Straight StPaterson, NJ 07501
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Riverview Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Towers

85-105 Presidential BlvdPaterson, NJ 07522
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457 E 22nd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

457 E 22nd St

457 E 22nd StPaterson, NJ 07514
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159 12th Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

159 12th Ave

159 12th AvePaterson, NJ 07501

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180 Cedar St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

180 Cedar St

180 Cedar StPaterson, NJ 07501
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77-91 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

77-91 Park Ave

77-91 Park AvePaterson, NJ 07524
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42-52 Essex St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

42-52 Essex St

42-52 Essex StPaterson, NJ 07501
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Linden West Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Linden West Apartments

33 West StElmwood Park, NJ 07407
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26 Foster Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

26 Foster Street

26 Foster StClifton, NJ 07011
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Riverview Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Riverview Gardens

17 E Monroe StPassaic, NJ 07055
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The Clifton Manor
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

The Clifton Manor

126 Center StClifton, NJ 07011

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Paterson, NJ Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Paterson, NJ

Pricing Updated: 12/09/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Paterson, NJ area range in price from $1,398 to $4,800 with an overall median price of $2,836. The three Paterson neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Great Falls at $1,398, Old Great Falls Historic District at $1,400, and Peoples Park at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Paterson Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Great Falls$2,295$1,39833
Old Great Falls Historic District$2,372$1,40011
Peoples Park$2,625$1,40069
Downtown Paterson$2,750$1,39816
Riverside$2,750$1,39815
South Paterson$2,900$1,40060
Eastside$2,950$1,39828
Hillcrest$2,950$1,39884
Sandy Hill$2,950$1,39841
Stoney Road$2,950$1,39835

Cheapest Available Paterson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Paterson, NJ is a Studio unit found at 324,339 and 431 Broadway in the Stoney Road neighborhood priced from $1,350. Freedom Village Senior 55+ in the Stoney Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Paterson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
324,339 and 431 Broadway324 BroadwayStudio,1BA$1,350
Freedom Village Senior 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,398
Martha Washington ApartmentsOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,595
Lafayette Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,649
Fairlawn Properties3 Room 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Kent Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paterson, NJ

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Paterson area is the $1.29 price per square foot 129 Banta Ave Model at 129 Banta Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lakeview neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Paterson apartment is the 283 Linwood Ave Model at 283 Linwood Ave starting at $2,000 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Great Falls neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paterson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
129 Banta Ave, Unit 2129 Banta Ave2BR,2BA$1.29
283 Linwood Ave283 Linwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
Fair Lawn Commons$3.04/sq.ft. - The Essex2BR,2BA$1.77
251 Silleck St, Unit 2251 Silleck St2BR,2BA$1.61
20 Amity St, Unit 1A20 Amity St1BR,1BA$1.07
Sunset Ridge at TotowaTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.73
17 E 15th St, Unit 217 E 15th St3BR,1.5BA$1.68
232 Haledon Ave, Unit 3232 Haledon Ave1BR,1BA$1.45
13 Brinkerhoff Pl, Unit 213 Brinkerhoff Pl3BR,1BA$1.80
117 Parker Ave, Unit A117 Parker Ave2BR,1BA$1.74

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Paterson Overview

The largest city in Passaic County and the third most populated in the entire great state of New Jersey, Paterson is a popular Garden State destination that acts as home to almost 150,000 proud residents. Known as 'Silk City' for its long history as a production hub of industry, this blue collar and diverse hot spot is an excellent way to get to experience first hand all that NJ has to offer.

Why live in Paterson, NJ?

Steeped in history, Paterson apartment life is a fantastic way to get to know New Jersey. Brimming with east coast pride and offering much in the way of local arts, entertainment and shopping, this hotspot of diversity contains just about every walk of life when it comes to its budding population, from retirees to college students, career-centered working singles to growing blue collar families. When it comes to life in the Garden State, it doesn't get much more authentic than Paterson.

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Getting Around Paterson, NJ

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paterson Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Paterson?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Paterson is under $1,750.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paterson?

The cheapest apartment in Paterson is Freedom Village Senior 55+ which is listed at $1,398, while the average apartment in Paterson costs $2,836.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Paterson?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 46 regular apartments in Paterson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Paterson?

Cheap apartments in Paterson have an average cost of $401 which is $2,435 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paterson.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.