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Apartments For Rent By Owner in Paterson, NJ

24 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - 51 Columbia Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    51 Columbia Ave Unit Apartment 2

    51 Columbia Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503
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  3. Building Photo - 265 McBride Ave
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    265 McBride Ave Unit 2nd Floor

    265 McBride Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
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  4. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,500

    230 Union Ave Unit 2nd Floor

    230 Union Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502
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  6. 3 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400

    960 Madison Ave Unit 1

    960 Madison Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
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  7. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,250

    163 Fair St Unit B1

    163 Fair St, Paterson, NJ 07501
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  9. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,900

    96 Montgomery St Unit 2

    96 Montgomery St, Paterson, NJ 07501
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  10. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $3,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,000

    36 W Prospect St Unit 1

    36 W Prospect St, Hawthorne, NJ 07506
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  12. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,075
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,075
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,075

    16-22 Eberlin Dr

    16-22 Eberlin Dr, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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  14. 4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,100

    235 Keen St

    235 Keen St, Paterson, NJ 07524
  17. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,850 - $2,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,850 - $2,050

    149 Albion Ave

    149 Albion Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502
  18. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,000

    101 Lily St Unit 2nd Flr

    101 Lily St, Paterson, NJ 07522
  19. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,700

    217 21st Ave Unit 1

    217 21st Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
  20. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,450

    26 Caroline Ave Unit 1st Floor

    26 Caroline Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011
  21. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,475
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,475
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,475

    77 Van Riper Ave Unit 1

    77 Van Riper Ave, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
  22. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    95 E Clifton Ave

    95 E Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011
  23. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,400

    59 Brookview Dr

    59 Brookview Dr, Woodland Park, NJ 07424

Paterson at a Glance

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Paterson, NJ Apartments for Rent

Paterson earned its nickname Silk City during the late 1800s when silk production drove the local economy, and today it stands as Passaic County's largest city. Just 15 miles from New York City, this former mill town has transformed into a key part of the New York–New Jersey metro area. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Paterson, you'll discover everything from historic brownstones to modern apartment communities, with one-bedroom units averaging around $1,437 and two-bedroom units averaging $1,932.

Renting in Paterson gives budget-minded renters an affordable option compared to neighboring metro areas while keeping Manhattan within easy reach through major highways and public transportation. The Great Falls Historic District serves as the city's centerpiece, where the Great Falls of the Passaic River—now a National Historical Park—tells the story of Paterson's industrial past. South Paterson brings Mediterranean and South American flavors to Main Street and Market Street through its diverse markets and cafes, while the Eastside Park Historic District preserves beautiful architecture around a sprawling 66-acre park. Downtown Paterson blends historic Beaux-Arts buildings with newer developments. The Paterson Farmers Market runs all year long, and Garden State Plaza sits just a quick drive away for those major shopping trips.

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International High School

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Grades 9-12
694 Students
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Rosa Parks Arts High School

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Grades 9-12
252 Students
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Paterson P-Tech

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Public
Grades 9-12
202 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Paterson, NJ

What are the average rent costs in Paterson, NJ?

The average rent in Paterson, NJ is $1,460.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Paterson, NJ?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Paterson, NJ is $1,106.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ is $1,460.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ is $1,914.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Paterson, NJ is $2,197.

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