
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pompton Lakes, NJ from $1,500 (23 Rentals)
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16 Willow Ave, Unit 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment, Unit 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment

Pompton Hills

Pompton Lakes

Brooklawn Gardens

35 McKinley

Hawthorne Garden
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Kinnelon Ridge

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Waterfall Village

Mountain Top Estates
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Tudor Gardens

520 Turnpike C111 Tpke

Mill Street Square

Catherine Street

24 New St

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146 Main St

120 Newark Pompton Turnpike
Pompton Lakes, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pompton Lakes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Pompton Lakes Studio Apartments | $3,230 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Pompton Lakes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $1,720 | $3,415 |
| Cheap Pompton Lakes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,310 | $2,000 | $4,533 |
| Cheap Pompton Lakes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,687 | $2,895 | $4,695 |
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Cheapest Available Pompton Lakes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pompton Lakes, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brooklawn Gardens in the Preakness neighborhood priced from $1,720. 35 McKinley in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pompton Lakes apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklawn Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| 35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Lafayette Park Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Kings Arms Garden Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pompton Lakes, NJ
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pompton Lakes 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 Pompton Lakes apartment is the $2.19/sq.ft. - The Avon Model at Kinnelon Ridge starting at $2,710 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Grandview at Kinnelon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pompton Lakes 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 |
| Kinnelon Ridge | $2.19/sq.ft. - The Avon | 2BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| Berdan Court | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 16 Willow Ave, Unit 2 bedroom, 2nd floor apartment | 16 Willow Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Mill Street Square | Two Bedroom (Income Minium and Maximum Apply) | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Tudor Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Lafayette Park Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pompton Lakes Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pompton Lakes Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pompton Lakes Apartment is $1,720 at Brooklawn Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pompton Lakes Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pompton Lakes is starting from $2,000 at Mountain Top Estates.
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