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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Ample space
  • Sleek granite countertops
  • Common laundry facility

Location

215 2nd St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
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Property Overview

FAO Gardens receives a favorable Zumper Expert Rating and offers notable features such as ample space, sleek granite countertops, and a common laundry facility. While it’s conveniently located with a grocery store 3.68 miles away and public transport just 2.58 miles from the property, potential residents may consider these distances when evaluating the convenience of their daily needs.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, FAO Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, FAO Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bathWelcome to FAO Gardens, a premier living destination in Hackensack, NJ. Our apartments are designed with a modern aesthetic that prioritizes comfort and convenience. The kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting sleek granite countertops that add a touch of elegance to your culinary endeavors. For your convenience, we offer a common laundry facility, ensuring your laundry days are hassle-free. Additionally, each apartment comes with a basement included for storage purposes, providing you with ample space to store your belongings securely. At FAO Gardens, we blend style, convenience, and practicality to create a living experience that caters to your lifestyle. Experience the best of Hackensack living at FAO Gardens. All images appearing on Melicorp. com are the exclusive property of Melicorp.com, Hackensack, NJ, USA. The photos on this website are for general informational purposes only and the units available may vary in layout & size. It is encouraged to see the unit before applying.

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Amenities for FAO Gardens

Apartment Amenities

Granite Countertops

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKCommon Laundry
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry
Sewer

Grounds

Storage

Other

No Broker Fee
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Building details

Property details

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About FAO Gardens

HomeApartments in Hackensack FAO Gardens

Welcome to FAO Gardens, a premier living destination in Hackensack, NJ. Our apartments are designed with a modern aesthetic that prioritizes comfort and convenience. The kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting sleek granite countertops that add a touch of elegance to your culinary endeavors. For your convenience, we offer a common laundry facility, ensuring your laundry days are hassle-free. Additionally, each apartment comes with a basement included for storage purposes, providing you with ample space to store your belongings securely. At FAO Gardens, we blend style, convenience, and practicality to create a living experience that caters to your lifestyle. Experience the best of Hackensack living at FAO Gardens.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, FAO Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, FAO Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated FAO Gardens
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, FAO Gardens is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
FAO Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, FAO Gardens receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
FAO Gardens is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While FAO Gardens does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

FAO Gardens is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 5 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How FAO Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

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Rent trends in Hackensack

Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Hackensack
A table of studio rental data trends in Hackensack
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,217
April 2024$2,130
May 2024$2,061
June 2024$1,997
July 2024$1,948
August 2024$2,166
September 2024$2,135
October 2024$2,024
November 2024$2,004
December 2024$1,996
January 2025$2,065
February 2025$2,156
March 2025$2,164
April 2025$2,184
May 2025$1,987
June 2025$2,065
July 2025$2,182
August 2025$2,113
September 2025$2,127
October 2025$2,107
November 2025$2,078
December 2025$1,940
January 2026$1,773
February 2026$1,932
March 2026$1,986

Schools near FAO Gardens

Nellie K. Parker School

261 maple hill dr

hackensack, NJ, 7601

PK, K-4Public
B-

Maywood Campus

404 maywood ave

maywood, NJ, 7607

PK, K-6Public

South Hackensack Memorial School

dyer ave

south hackensack, NJ, 7606

PK, K-8Public
A-

Midland School

300 rochelle ave

rochelle park, NJ, 7662

PK, K-8Public
B-

Theodora Smiley Lacey Elementary School

one merrison st

teaneck, NJ, 7666

KPublic
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Getting around Hackensack near 215 2nd St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 215 2nd St, Hackensack

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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