How much is the average rent in Paterson, NJ for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Paterson's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,800 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,200 per month. These figures represent increases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms up 2.6% and two-bedrooms up 1.3%.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Paterson, NJ?

April offers the best rental pricing in Paterson, with the lowest rents of the year creating about an 8% savings compared to January's peak prices. March tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand, while November and December see less overall rental activity.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Paterson, NJ?

Downtown Paterson and Old Great Falls Historic District lead for social living with strong transit scores and walkable layouts. These neighborhoods, along with Hillcrest and Riverside, offer excellent connectivity and community spaces that make daily activities easily accessible.

What areas of Paterson, NJ are best for budget-conscious renters?

Downtown Paterson offers budget-friendly options at around $1,530 per month, which is 8% below the city median. South Paterson provides another affordable choice at approximately $1,620 per month, running 2% below median rates while still maintaining good neighborhood amenities.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Paterson, NJ?

Yes, about 11.20% of the listings in Paterson are pet-friendly.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Paterson, NJ?

Utilities are rarely included in Paterson rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all apartment sizes. The inclusion rate remains consistently low whether you're looking at studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, or three-bedroom units.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Paterson, NJ

65 rentals available

5d+ ago

Cheap Riverside apartment for rent in Paterson

440 East 19th Street - 5

440 E 19th St #5, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,600

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Downtown Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

102 N 3rd St, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | Storage

3 beds

0 baths

$1,700

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

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One Floor Unit - Paterson City, NJ

102 N 3rd St #2A, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | Storage | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$1,700

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside condo for rent in Paterson

Modern Single Unit every thing is new in Paterson | 171 Godwin Ave | Available 6/1/26 | $1750

171 Godwin Ave #3, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$1,750

Condo for rent

Available Jun 1

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Cheap Downtown Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

220 Straight St, 407, Paterson, NJ 07501

220 Straight St #407, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | On-site laundry | Hardwood floor

2 beds

1 bath

$1,850

$1,750

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available May 25

Top amenities

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5d+ ago

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494 E 23rd St, 494-8

494 E 23rd St #494-8, Paterson, NJ 07514

Affordable | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$1,795

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 3

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$1,550–$1,600

102 Beech St

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$2,800

270 Pacific Street #3

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Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

48 Essex St Apt 1 #Apt 1, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Storage

3 beds

0 baths

$1,795

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5d+ ago

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Updated 2 Bedroom Apartment in Paterson

310 Park Ave #4C, Paterson, NJ 07504

Affordable | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$1,800

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Available Jun 5

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Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

2 Bedroom Apartment Available in Paterson

354 Fair St #4, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,800

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 5

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Cheap Downtown Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

Four Plex - Prospect Park Boro, NJ

162 E Main St, Paterson, NJ 07508

Affordable | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,900

$1,800

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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$1,395

562 Summer St #3

$1,550–$1,600

102 Beech St

$1,600

440 E 19th St #5

$1,695

288 Rosa Parks Blvd

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

25 Oak St Unit Bs, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable

2 beds

0 baths

$1,800

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5d+ ago

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2 Stories - Paterson City, NJ

25 Oak St #BS, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Outdoor space

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,800

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5d+ ago

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Apartment - Paterson City, NJ

517 E 18th St, Paterson, NJ 07514

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$1,800

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5d+ ago

Cheap South Paterson house for rent in Paterson

Four Plex - Paterson City, NJ

119 Buffalo Ave #3, Paterson, NJ 07503

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$1,800

House for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment in Paterson

95 Park Ave #2R, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Storage

2 beds

1 bath

$1,850

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 5

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Cheap Downtown Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

No Broker Fee - Updated 2 Bedroom Apartment - Modern Flooring - Bright Interior

128 E Holsman St #1, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,850

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 3

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Cheap apartment for rent in Paterson

97 N 4th St, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | Storage

3 beds

0 baths

$1,850

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5d+ ago

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One Floor Unit - Paterson City, NJ

97 N 4th St #2A, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | Storage | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$1,850

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5d+ ago

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Apartment - Paterson City, NJ

48 Essex St #1R, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Storage | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$1,895

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5d+ ago

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Apartment - Paterson City, NJ

713 E 27th St, Paterson, NJ 07504

Affordable | Outdoor space

2 beds

1 bath

$1,900

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap South Paterson house for rent in Paterson

Charming 2 Bedroom Home in South Paterson NJ - Walkable & Close to Amenities!

1131 Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503

Affordable

2 beds

1 bath

$1,900

House for rent

Available May 1

5d+ ago

Cheap Riverside apartment for rent in Paterson

3 Bedroom Apartment in Paterson

53 Graham Ave #2, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable | Storage

3 beds

1 bath

$1,950

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 5

5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Paterson

2 Stories - Paterson City, NJ

19 White St, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,000

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5d+ ago

Cheap house for rent in Paterson

194 Sherman Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,500

$2,100

Price drop

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5d+ ago

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3 Bedroom Apartment with Backyard Access in Paterson

13 Graham Ave #5, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$2,100

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 6

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One Floor Unit - Paterson City, NJ

144 Lawrence St, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Storage | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,100

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap condo for rent in Paterson

Modern single unit in Paterson | $2200/mo | Available 6/15/2026

520 Est Paterson #2, Paterson, NJ 07051

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Condo for rent

Available Jun 15

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Multi Floor Unit - Paterson City, NJ

93 Highland St #2, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

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Multi Floor Unit - Paterson City, NJ

93 Highland St #1, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap South Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

$2,200 - 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Paterson With Great Amenities

449 Buffalo Ave #1, Paterson, NJ 07503

Affordable | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 7

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Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

MULTI_FAMILY - Paterson, NJ

518 E 23rd St #2F, Paterson, NJ 07514

Affordable | Balcony

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

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2 Stories - Paterson City, NJ

427 Totowa Ave #2, Paterson, NJ 07502

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

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5d+ ago

Cheap Riverside apartment for rent in Paterson

$2,200 - 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Paterson With Great Amenities

393 Madison Ave #1, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable | Hardwood floor

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

Apartment for rent

Available May 26

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

MULTI_FAMILY - Paterson, NJ

626 E 26th St #624, Paterson, NJ 07504

Affordable

3 beds

1 bath

$2,200

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5d+ ago

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Residential Rental - Paterson, NJ

242 Rosa Parks Blvd, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable

3 beds

2 baths

$2,250

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Riverside apartment for rent in Paterson

2 Stories - Paterson City, NJ

121 Butler St #1, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,300

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Downtown Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

$2,350 - 3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment In Paterson With Great Amenities

209 N 4th St #1stFL, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,350

Apartment for rent

Available May 15

5d+ ago

Cheap Downtown Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

209 N 4th St #1st, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,350

Apartment for rent

Available May 15

5d+ ago

Cheap Downtown Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

Owner Occupied - Paterson City, NJ

209 N 4th St, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,350

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

MULTI_FAMILY - Paterson, NJ

518 E 23rd St #3F, Paterson, NJ 07514

Affordable | Balcony

3 beds

2 baths

$2,399

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

No Broker Fee - Large 4 Bedroom Apartment in Paterson

354 11th Ave #6, Paterson, NJ 07514

Affordable | Storage | Hardwood floor

4 beds

1 bath

$2,400

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 3

5d+ ago

Cheap apartment for rent in Paterson

3 or More Stories - Paterson City, NJ

505-507 Union Ave #2, Paterson, NJ 07522

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,400

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

144 Lawrence St, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Storage

3 beds

0 baths

$2,400

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap Riverside apartment for rent in Paterson

3 Bedroom Apartment with Backyard Access in Paterson

429 River St #1, Paterson, NJ 07524

Affordable | Storage | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,450

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 6

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

4BR/1.0BA

711 E 18th St, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable

4 beds

1 bath

$2,470

Apartment for rent

5d+ ago

Cheap South Paterson apartment for rent in Paterson

281 Buffalo Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

1 bath

$2,500

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

25 Oak St Apt 2 #Apt 2, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable

3 beds

0 baths

$2,500

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Cheap Eastside apartment for rent in Paterson

25 Oak St, Paterson, NJ 07501

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3 beds

0 baths

$2,500

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5d+ ago

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2 Stories - Paterson City, NJ

25 Oak St #3, Paterson, NJ 07501

Affordable | Outdoor space

3 beds

1 bath

$2,500

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