
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ from $800 (13 Rentals)
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246 20th Ave

Freedom Village Senior 55+
Hillcrest, Paterson, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillcrest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hillcrest Studio Apartments | $1,275 | $1,275 | $1,275 |
Hillcrest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,347 | $1,250 | $3,109 |
Hillcrest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $1,675 | $4,150 |
Hillcrest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
Hillcrest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Paterson, NJ.
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Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Paterson, NJ is a Studio unit found at 324,339 and 431 Broadway priced from $1,150. Freedom Village Senior 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,398. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Paterson, NJ:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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324,339 and 431 Broadway | 339 Broadway | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Freedom Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
42-52 Essex St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
59-63 Courtland St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,785 |
Mill Street Square - 3318 | One Bedroom 80% | 1BR,1BA | $1,816 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NJ
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.73 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Sunset Ridge at Totowa in the in the Stoney Road neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at 38 Roseland Ave starting at $3,150 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Preakness neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sunset Ridge at Totowa | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
38 Roseland Ave | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
75 Jersey St, Unit 75 B | 75 Jersey St | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
The Manor at Totowa | 2 Bed/ 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
1022 Main Street | 407 | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
Haledon Estates Apartments | Low Rise One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
59-63 Courtland St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
42-52 Essex St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Freedom Village Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
324,339 and 431 Broadway | 339 Broadway | Studio ,1BA | $2.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillcrest, Paterson, NJ
Ranked #15
Among neighborhoods in Paterson, NJ for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Hillcrest, Paterson, NJ
John F. Kennedy High School
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Best Local Schools in Hillcrest, Paterson, NJ
John F. Kennedy High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Hillcrest Neighborhood in Paterson, NJ
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?
The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Freedom Village Senior 55+ which is listed at $1,398, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $3,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Hillcrest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hillcrest?
Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $105 which is $3,195 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.
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