Cheap Homes for Rent in Rutherford, NJ from $1,400 (14 Rentals)

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property at 366 Kingsland Ave

$1,650

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$1,650

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366 Kingsland Ave

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property at 106 Grand St

$2,000

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$2,000

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106 Grand St

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property at 16 Cutler St

$2,000

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16 Cutler St

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property at 51 Maple St

$2,100

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51 Maple St

GarfieldNJ07026

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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 King Alfred Apartments in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood priced from $1,350. Jasontown Apartments in the Lakeview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rutherford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
King Alfred ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Jasontown ApartmentsJasontown 1 Bedroom First floor1BR,1BA$1,500
EttrickA11BR,1BA$1,625
Hillside Gardens Apartment HomesLG0BD (HS)Studio,1BA$1,652
Arlington Park ApartmentsRENOVATED ONE BEDROOM RESIDENCE1BR,1BA$1,710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherford, NJ and Nearby

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rutherford area is the $1.85 price per square foot 33 Willow Wood Ct Model at 33 Willow Wood Ct, Unit 2 in the in the Main Avenue neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Rutherford apartment is the 248 Kingsland Ave Model at 248 Kingsland Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,695 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Kingsland Manor 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.
33 Willow Wood Ct, Unit 233 Willow Wood Ct3BR,2BA$1.85
248 Kingsland Ave, Unit 2248 Kingsland Ave4BR,3.5BA$2.28
104 Eastern Way, Unit 0104 Eastern Way2BR,1BA$1.47
21 Rose St, Unit 2nd floor21 Rose St3BR,1.5BA$2.00
Central Parker CrossingNew Construction 2 Bedroom w/Balcony2BR,2BA$2.32
East Gate of Nutley57 E Centre St - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.04
151 Passaic St, Unit apartment151 Passaic St2BR,1BA$1.75
30 Arthur St30 Arthur St2BR,1BA$1.83
Cliff View GardensA1BR,1BA$2.19
Jasontown ApartmentsJasontown 1 BDRM Third floor1BR,1BA$1.88

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rutherford

What type of rentals are currently available in Rutherford?

There are currently 561 Apartments for Rent in Rutherford, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,350 to $7,795. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rutherford ranging from $1,400 to $5,000.

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 $1,400 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,725.

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 $2,195 to $4,575, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,850.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.