
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ from $998 (56 Rentals)
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77 Rosa Parks Blvd, Unit Basement

Freedom Village Senior 55+

100 Rosa Parks Blvd

97 Jersey St

29 Park Ave

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18 Church St, Unit 3

5-7 Straight St

29 Park Ave, Unit 3

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58 Arlington Ave, Unit Basement Apartment in Hillcrest Paterson
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Mill Street Square

49 Haledon Ave, Unit 3

38 Mill St

97 Cedar St

190 Carroll St

271 Summer St

37 12th Ave

401 River St, Unit 2

124-126 Keen St

346 Union Ave
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75 Marshall St

190 N 1st St, Unit 3

441 Summer St

150 N 7th St

242 Spring St, Unit 302

243 Hamilton Ave, Unit 1

190 Hamilton Ave

86 N 7th St, Unit 1

Redwood Village

191 Market St
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282 Broadway Ave

Hamilton Square Residential

Colt Arms Apartments

Riverview Towers

44 Beech St

216 Straight St

76-78-78 Market St, Unit 5

Hospital Plaza

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Valley View Apartments
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159 12th Ave

77-91 Park Ave

180 Cedar St

Hinchliffe Residences Senior 55

42-52 Essex St

172 N Main St, Unit 3

38 Mill St

Riverview Towers

143 20th Ave

143 20th Ave, Unit 1
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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 | $1,406 | $1,275 | $1,550 |
| Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $1,400 | $2,600 |
| Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,348 | $1,395 | $3,600 |
| Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,464 | $1,995 | $3,900 |
| Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,400 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 56 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 $1,275. Hospital Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. 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 | 431 Broadway | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Hospital Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Valley View Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $1,713 |
| Mill Street Square | One Bedroom (Income Minium and Maximum Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $1,816 |
| Westmount Village | $2.76/sq.ft. - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,990 |
| 59-63 Courtland St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Haledon Estates Apartments | Low Rise One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NJ
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.41 price per square foot 193 Temple St Model at 193 Temple St, Unit First Floor in the in the Stoney Road neighborhood starting from $2,400. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 193 Temple St, Unit First Floor | 193 Temple St | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Sunset Ridge at Totowa | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 22 Wilson Ave, Unit Second Floor | 22 Wilson Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 407 Main St, Unit 3 | 407 Main St | 3BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 250 Union Ave, Unit First Floor | 250 Union Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Hilltop Apartments of Totowa | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 59-63 Courtland St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 44 King St | 44 King St | 3BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Valley View Apartments | Type A | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 58 Arlington Ave, Unit Basement Apartment in Hillcrest Paterson | 58 Arlington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, Paterson, NJ
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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
What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest is under $2,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is 324,339 and 431 Broadway which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $2,200.
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 7 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 $268 which is $1,932 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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