
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wayne, NJ from $900 (20 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wayne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wayne Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $1,250 | $2,450 |
| Cheap Wayne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,401 | $1,680 | $3,400 |
| Cheap Wayne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,978 | $1,900 | $4,160 |
| Cheap Wayne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,606 | $2,000 | $3,800 |
| Cheap Wayne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,500 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wayne, NJ
Pricing Updated: 01/23/2026Current apartment rentals in the Wayne, NJ area range in price from $1,250 to $4,160 with an overall median price of $3,089. The three Wayne neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Pompton Lake at $1,250, Preakness at $1,250, and Pines Lake at $1,250. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wayne Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pompton Lake | $3,000 | $1,250 | 54 |
| Preakness | $3,000 | $1,250 | 101 |
| Pines Lake | $3,017 | $1,250 | 64 |
| Toms Lake | $3,047 | $1,250 | 98 |
| Packanack Lake | $3,195 | $1,250 | 116 |
| Lionshead Lake | $3,280 | $1,250 | 60 |
Cheapest Available Wayne Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wayne, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Brooklawn Gardens in the Preakness neighborhood priced from $1,795. Mill Street Square in the Stoney Road 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 Wayne apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklawn Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Mill Street Square | One Bedroom (Income Minium and Maximum Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Brownstone and Main Union Apartments | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Kings Arms Garden Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Berdan Court | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wayne, NJ
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wayne area is the $1.07 price per square foot 20 Amity St Model at 20 Amity St, Unit 1A in the in the Wrigley Park neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Wayne apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Sunset Ridge at Totowa starting at $2,850 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Totowa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wayne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Amity St, Unit 1A | 20 Amity St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Sunset Ridge at Totowa | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 325 Union Blvd | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 68 Newark Pompton Tpke, Unit 2fl | 68 Newark Pompton Tpke | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.82 |
| Great Notch Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Brooklawn Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Berdan Court | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Haledon Estates Apartments | Low Rise One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 101 Lily St, Unit 2nd Flr | 101 Lily St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Brownstone and Main Union Apartments | 1x1 720 | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wayne Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wayne?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wayne is at The VIEW at Fairfield listed at $2,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wayne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wayne Apartment is $1,795 at Brooklawn Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wayne Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wayne is starting from $2,170 at Mill Street Square.
What is the most affordable Wayne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wayne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meridia Upper Main and starts from $3,195.
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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