
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ from $900 (14 Rentals)
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Freedom Village Senior 55+

78 Market St

246 20th Ave

Redwood Village

191 Market St

282 Broadway Ave
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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 | $1,625 | $1,450 | $1,800 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $1,398 | $2,600 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $1,400 | $3,600 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,466 | $1,875 | $3,200 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,633 | $2,400 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 14 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 Studio unit found at 324,339 and 431 Broadway priced from $1,350. Freedom Village Senior 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Paterson, NJ:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 324,339 and 431 Broadway | 324 Broadway | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Freedom Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
| Mill Street Square | One Bedroom (Income Minium and Maximum Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $1,816 |
| Haledon Estates Apartments | Low Rise One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,849 |
| Westmount Village | $2.90/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,090 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NJ
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.61 price per square foot 251 Silleck St Model at 251 Silleck St, Unit 2 in the in the Garret Mountain neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Sunset Ridge at Totowa starting at $2,850 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Totowa 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 251 Silleck St, Unit 2 | 251 Silleck St | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Sunset Ridge at Totowa | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 325 Union Blvd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 89 Haverhill Ave, Unit Floor2 | 89 Haverhill Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 59-63 Courtland St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 137 Godwin Ave, Unit 2 | 137 Godwin Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Haledon Estates Apartments | Garden Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 941-945 Main St | 4B | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| 101 Lily St, Unit 2nd Flr | 101 Lily St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Freedom Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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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
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Freedom Village Senior 55+ which is listed at $1,398, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
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 6 regular apartments in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $525 which is $2,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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