Hackensack, New Jersey sits 12 miles from Manhattan, making it an appealing choice for commuters seeking apartments for rent. As the county seat of Bergen County, this city of 46,000 residents features historic architecture like the First Dutch Reformed Church alongside an evolving downtown district. With average rents around $2,146 for a one-bedroom apartment, Hackensack offers more affordable housing options compared to New York City while providing convenient access via NJ Transit's Pascack Valley Line and regular bus service.
The city's 4.35 square miles include diverse housing options, from apartment buildings along Prospect Avenue to garden-style communities in residential areas. Local amenities include The Shops at Riverside mall, Hackensack University Medical Center, and Fairleigh Dickinson University's Metropolitan Campus. Recreation spaces like Hackensack River County Park and Borg's Woods Nature Preserve offer outdoor activities, while major roadways including Interstate 80, Route 17, and Route 4 connect residents throughout northern New Jersey and New York.
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