
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ from $900 (62 Rentals)
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67 Jersey St, Unit Apt 3

Freedom Village Senior 55+

146 Hamilton Ave, Unit 203

6 Straight St, Unit 9

8 Straight St, Unit 5

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264 Union Ave, Unit Ground Floor

100 Rosa Parks Blvd

159-161 12th Ave, Unit 202

8-10 Godwin Ave, Unit 302
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107 Lawrence St, Unit 1

110 W Broadway, Unit 1

40 Broadway

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242 Union Ave, Unit FIRST FLOOR FRONT

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58 Arlington Ave, Unit Basement

59 Cedar St

49 Haledon Ave, Unit 3

9 Straight St, Unit 10

315 Market St, Unit 4

171 Godwin Ave, Unit 3
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124-126 Keen St

441 Summer St

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161 16th Ave, Unit 2

128 E Holsman St, Unit 1

95 Park Ave, Unit 2R

38 Mill St

138 Lafayette St

Redwood Village

191 Market St

282 Broadway Ave
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Hamilton Square Residential

Hospital Plaza

Colt Arms Apartments

Riverview Towers

44 Beech St

216 Straight St

46 E Main St

76-78-78 Market St, Unit 2

324,339 and 431 Broadway

76-78-78 Market St, Unit 1
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562 Summer St

Redwood Apartments Newly Constructed!

159 12th Ave

77-91 Park Ave

180 Cedar St

Hinchliffe Residences Senior 55

42-52 Essex St

Valley View Apartments

262 Grand St

102 N 3rd St, Unit 2A
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Hillcrest, Paterson, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,515 | $1,400 | $1,600 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,450 | $2,600 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,564 | $1,600 | $3,600 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,750 | $3,400 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $2,800 | $3,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Paterson, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley View Apartments priced from $1,673. 11 Courtland St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Paterson, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,673 |
| 11 Courtland St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 59-63 Courtland St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Westmount Village | $2.90/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NJ
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.73 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Sunset Ridge at Totowa in the in the Totowa neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 24 Don Bosco Ave Model at 24 Don Bosco Ave, Unit #2 starting at $2,600 with a $1.89 price per square foot in the Stoney Road 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Ridge at Totowa | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 24 Don Bosco Ave, Unit #2 | 24 Don Bosco Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| 270 Pacific St, Unit 3 | 270 Pacific St | 4BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 500 W Broadway, Unit First Floor | 500 W Broadway | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 44 Jasper St, Unit 1 | 44 Jasper St | 3BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 264 Union Ave, Unit Ground Floor | 264 Union Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 59-63 Courtland St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 242 Union Ave, Unit FIRST FLOOR FRONT | 242 Union Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 276 Atlantic St, Unit 3 | 276 Atlantic St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Valley View Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, Paterson, NJ
Ranked #7
Among cities in New Jersey for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hillcrest, Paterson, NJ
John F. Kennedy High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillcrest Apartment is $1,673 at Valley View 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 $1,950 at 11 Courtland St.
What is the most affordable Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hillcrest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Shepherds Lane Commons and starts from $3,000.
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