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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 Clifton Manor in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood priced from $1,650. 128 Chestnut St in the The Bindery neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rutherford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Clifton Manor0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,650
128 Chestnut St1A1BR,1BA$1,795
Copper Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
Foxhall ApartmentsRESIDENCE TYPE A1BR,1BA$1,810
Park West GardensOne Bedroom Large1BR,1BA$1,815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherford, NJ and Nearby

As of August 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rutherford area is the $1.94 price per square foot 649 New Jersey Ave Model at 649 New Jersey Ave, Unit #1 in the in the The Bindery neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Rutherford apartment is the 220 Hayward Pl Model at 220 Hayward Pl, Unit Floor 2 starting at $3,200 with a $1.94 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.
649 New Jersey Ave, Unit #1649 New Jersey Ave3BR,2BA$1.94
220 Hayward Pl, Unit Floor 2220 Hayward Pl3BR,2BA$1.94
273 Maple Ave, Unit Three Bedroom 2nd Fl273 Maple Ave3BR,1BA$2.06
104 Eastern Way, Unit Second Floor104 Eastern Way3BR,1BA$2.00
Vermella Lyndhurstvl-b132BR,2BA$2.46
Sofi LyndhurstB42BR,2BA$2.50
Cliff View Gardens1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.19
403 Park Ave, Unit F403 Park Ave1BR,1BA$2.35
The Towers at Passaic Park521-1x11BR,1BA$2.45
15 College Pl, Unit A15 College Pl1BR,1BA$2.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rutherford

What type of rentals are currently available in Rutherford?

There are currently 533 Apartments for Rent in Rutherford, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $10,514. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rutherford ranging from $1,700 to $5,750.

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 $1,700 to $5,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,336.

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 $4,865, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $4,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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