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Cranford, NJ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cranford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cranford, NJ is a Studio unit found at Chestnut Station in the Livingston neighborhood priced from $1,575. SEMINARY APARTMENTS, LLC in the Rahway Transit Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cranford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chestnut StationStudioStudio,1BA$1,575
SEMINARY APARTMENTS, LLCMilton 2Studio,1BA$1,595
Sunrise Village1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ and Nearby

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cranford area is the $2.34 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Central Park at 500 Central Avenue in the in the Wychwood neighborhood starting from $3,850. The second greatest value Cranford apartment is the $2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Lamberts Mill Village starting at $3,080 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Potters neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cranford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Central Park at 500 Central Avenue2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.34
Lamberts Mill Village$2.80/sq.ft. - 2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.00
Walnut Hill$2.45/sq.ft. - 2D.12BR,2BA$2.45
Woodcrest at Clark - 55+$2.39/sq.ft. - 2A22BR,2BA$2.39
148 Willow Ave, Unit 148 apt 2148 Willow Ave2BR,1BA$2.08
Brookside Manor ClarkTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.50
The Park2 Bed/2 Bath-C2 Phase V2BR,2BA$2.47
Floral Gardens$2.48/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.48
999 Raritan Rd999 Raritan Rd1BR,1BA$2.50
801 Mountain Ave, Unit A801 Mountain Ave1BR,1BA$2.54

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cranford

What type of rentals are currently available in Cranford?

There are currently 266 Apartments for Rent in Cranford, NJ with pricing that ranges from $1,489 to $12,437. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cranford ranging from $1,700 to $6,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cranford ranges from $1,700 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,729.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.