
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ridgewood, NJ from $1,600 (39 Rentals)
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East Gate at Ridgewood

Mayflower Apartments

Oak Manor Apartments

535 E Ridgewood Ave

The Cloister Apartments

Ackerman House Apartments

263 Franklin Ave. Apartments

Heights Gardens
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Fairlawn Properties

Eldorado Village

35 McKinley

Hawthorne Garden

Hollow Run at Fair Lawn

Lafayette Park Apartments

Bergen Properties

662 Goffle Rd
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17-35 11th St, Unit 2

Waldwick Station

Livana Fair Lawn 55+

The Preserve at Fair Lawn

The Kentshire

Soldier Hill Commons

633 Lafayette Ave

Hedges at Hawthorne
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189 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 1st floor

Texel Apartments

Albet Smith House Apartments

John W. Rea House Apartments

Arnhem Apartments

139 Royal

15 Cottage St

Midland Apartments

1 Cedar Ln
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159 2nd Ave

339 N 6th St

93 Horton Ave
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 | $2,533 | $2,195 | $2,672 |
| Cheap Ridgewood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $1,700 | $4,800 |
| Cheap Ridgewood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,959 | $2,049 | $5,800 |
| Cheap Ridgewood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,525 | $3,500 | $5,320 |
| Cheap Ridgewood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $11,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ridgewood, NJ
Pricing Updated: 06/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Ridgewood, NJ area range in price from to with an overall median price of . 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 | $5,500 | $1,700 | 42 |
| Northeast Ridgewood | $11,000 | $1,850 | 117 |
| Northwest Ridgewood | $11,000 | $1,850 | 22 |
| Southeast Ridgewood | $11,000 | $1,700 | 86 |
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. 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 Ridgewood apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlawn Properties | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 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 |
| 263 Franklin Ave. Apartments | One Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,265 |
| Waldwick Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,476 |
| Livana Fair Lawn 55+ | A19 - 1BR 1BA (751 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| East Gate at Ridgewood | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridgewood, NJ
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridgewood area is the $3.00 price per square foot B5 Model at Hedges at Hawthorne in the in the Southeast Ridgewood neighborhood starting from $3,275. The second greatest value Ridgewood apartment is the Ashton Model at Hawthorne Square starting at $3,250 with a $3.11 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedges at Hawthorne | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Hawthorne Square | Ashton | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| East Gate at Ridgewood | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Oak Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath 880 sq. ft. | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Waldwick Station | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Lafayette Park Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Hawthorne Garden | 1BD/1BA Upgraded Units | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| 35 McKinley | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 263 Franklin Ave. Apartments | One Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Fairlawn Properties | 3.5 Room 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
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Best Local Schools in Ridgewood, NJ
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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 $3,250 at Hawthorne Square.
What is the most affordable Ridgewood Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ridgewood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Glen at Glen Rock Station and starts from $4,800.
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