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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 526 Page Ave

526 Page Ave

LyndhurstNJ07071
property at 726 5th St

726 5th St

SecaucusNJ07094

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property at 44 Linden St

44 Linden St

PassaicNJ07055

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Rutherford, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rutherford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rutherford, NJ is a Studio unit found at The Towers at Passaic Park in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood priced from $1,675. Park West Gardens in the The Bindery neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rutherford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Towers at Passaic Park521-0x1Studio,1BA$1,675
Park West GardensOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,695
King Alfred ApartmentsLarge kitchen One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,699
128 Chestnut St1A1BR,1BA$1,795
Copper Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherford, NJ and Nearby

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rutherford area is the $1.90 price per square foot 104 Eastern Way Model at 104 Eastern Way, Unit Second Floor in the in the The Bindery neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Rutherford apartment is the 111 Mercer St Model at 111 Mercer St, Unit 1 starting at $2,000 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rutherford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
104 Eastern Way, Unit Second Floor104 Eastern Way3BR,1BA$1.90
111 Mercer St, Unit 1111 Mercer St2BR,1BA$1.33
588 McKinley St, Unit 2588 McKinley St3BR,1BA$2.38
PARKVIEW LUXURY APARTMENTSA6- 1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$2.04
15 College Pl, Unit A15 College Pl2BR,1BA$2.19
150 Union Ave, Unit C150 Union Ave2BR,1BA$2.24
403 Park Ave, Unit F403 Park Ave2BR,1BA$2.35
450 Fern Ave, Unit 2450 Fern Ave2BR,1BA$2.40
Park West GardensOne Bedroom Corner1BR,1BA$2.42
King Alfred ApartmentsLarge kitchen One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rutherford

What type of rentals are currently available in Rutherford?

There are currently 508 Apartments for Rent in Rutherford, NJ with pricing that ranges from $900 to $10,982. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rutherford ranging from $850 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rutherford?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rutherford ranges from $850 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,322.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rutherford?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rutherford range from $2,300 to $4,825, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,300 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,750.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.