
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Passaic Neighborhood of Passaic, NJ from $1,200 (14 Rentals)
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King Alfred Apartments

The Towers at Passaic Park

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Downtown Passaic, Passaic, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Passaic?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Passaic Studio Apartments | $1,958 | $1,625 | $2,199 |
Downtown Passaic 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,233 | $1,425 | $4,128 |
Downtown Passaic 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,959 | $1,925 | $6,413 |
Downtown Passaic 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,325 | $2,200 | $4,200 |
Downtown Passaic 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $2,900 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Passaic Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Passaic area of Passaic, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at King Alfred Apartments priced from $1,650. The Towers at Passaic Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable Downtown Passaic apartments for rent in Passaic, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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King Alfred Apartments | One Bedroom small kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
The Towers at Passaic Park | 521-0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
442-446 Monroe St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
The Gardens At Wesmont Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
The Pennington | E Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Passaic, NJ
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Passaic area is the $2.39 price per square foot 404 Model at South Street Lofts in the in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Downtown Passaic apartment is the 91 Maple Ave Model at 91 Maple Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,300 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Downtown Passaic neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Passaic apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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South Street Lofts | 404 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
91 Maple Ave, Unit 2 | 91 Maple Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Rutherford Heights | $2.87/sq.ft. - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
68 Hammond Ave | Junot | 3BR,1BA | $2.56 |
The Pennington | E 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
442-446 Monroe St. | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Central and Oak | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
Volair Wesmont | A3B | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
The Towers at Passaic Park | 521-0x1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
King Alfred Apartments | One Bedroom small kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Passaic Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Passaic?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Passaic is at The Towers at Passaic Park listed at $1,675.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Passaic Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Passaic Apartment is $1,650 at King Alfred Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Passaic Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Passaic is starting from $2,229 at The Gardens At Wesmont Station.
What is the most affordable Downtown Passaic Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Passaic Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 68 Hammond Ave and starts from $2,300.
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