
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ridgewood, NJ from $1,600 (53 Rentals)
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East Gate at Ridgewood

Mayflower Apartments

535 E Ridgewood Ave

The Cloister Apartments

Ackerman House Apartments

Heights Gardens

263 Franklin Ave. Apartments

TPK Apartments

135 S Maple Ave
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111 E Ridgewood Ave

21-31-31 Ridge Rd, Unit D15

Fairlawn Properties

Eldorado Village

35 McKinley

Hawthorne Garden

Hollow Run at Fair Lawn

Bergen Properties

Lafayette Park Apartments

Fair Lawn Preserve
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17-35 11th St, Unit 2

Radnor Manor

Waldwick Station

The Kentshire

Hedges at Hawthorne

633 Lafayette Ave

Livana Fair Lawn 55+

The Vale

Soldier Hill Commons

Fair Lawn Commons
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55 Garden 1

101 Madison Ave

The Glen at Glen Rock Station

118 Orchard Park

Vermella Paramus

Fair Lawn Promenade

Hawthorne Square

Texel Apartments

Albet Smith House Apartments

John W. Rea House Apartments
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Arnhem Apartments

139 Royal

8 8th Ave

Midland Apartments

54 W Glen Ave

19-21-21 11th St

1 Cedar Ln

16-12 Plaza Rd, Unit B

339 N 6th St

211 Paterson Ave
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Ridgewood, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ridgewood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Ridgewood Studio Apartments | $2,466 | $2,100 | $2,672 |
| Cheap Ridgewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,055 | $1,700 | $4,800 |
| Cheap Ridgewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,866 | $2,049 | $5,850 |
| Cheap Ridgewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,467 | $3,000 | $5,320 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ridgewood, NJ
Pricing Updated: 08/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Ridgewood, NJ area range in price from $1,100 to $17,500 with an overall median price of $4,336. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ridgewood Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Ridgewood | $4,000 | $2,600 | 7 |
| Southeast Ridgewood | $4,200 | $1,100 | 49 |
| Northeast Ridgewood | $4,275 | $2,200 | 39 |
| Northwest Ridgewood | $5,050 | $2,300 | 16 |
Cheapest Available Ridgewood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ridgewood, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairlawn Properties in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood priced from $1,695. Hawthorne Garden in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ridgewood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlawn Properties | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Oak Manor Apartments | Studio, 1 Bath 455 sq. ft. | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Radnor Manor | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,464 |
| Waldwick Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,476 |
| The Kentshire | The Chelsea | Studio,1BA | $2,522 |
| Mayflower Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,535 |
| Livana Fair Lawn 55+ | A17 - 1BR 1BA (744 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2,684 |
| Hedges at Hawthorne | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridgewood, NJ
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridgewood area is the $3.13 price per square foot Ashton Model at Hawthorne Square in the in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value Ridgewood apartment is the $3.55/sq.ft. - 1A.2 Model at Fair Lawn Promenade starting at $3,270 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ridgewood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Square | Ashton | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Fair Lawn Promenade | $3.55/sq.ft. - 1A.2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Hedges at Hawthorne | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Fair Lawn Preserve | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Soldier Hill Commons | The Oak - 3rd Floor Back View | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Waldwick Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| The Vale | A01 | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Fairlawn Properties | 4 Room 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| 17-35 11th St, Unit 2 | 17-35 11th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ridgewood Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ridgewood Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ridgewood Apartment is $1,695 at Fairlawn Properties.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ridgewood Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ridgewood is starting from $2,045 at Fairlawn Properties.
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