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Passaic, NJ

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Enjoy urban and suburban delights near NYC

Urban Suburban Riverside Diverse Vibrant Commuter

Located about ten miles north of Newark, Passaic is a densely populated city strewn alongside the banks of the Passaic River. Passaic offers residents the best of urban and suburban living, from the bustle of Main Avenue to the natural beauty of the city’s many tranquil parks. Main Avenue lies at the heart of Passaic, boasting an array of diverse restaurants, shops, and businesses in a vibrant, walkable locale. Passaic residents flock to the local Mayor Johnson Park, Third Ward Park, and Pulaski Park for outdoor recreation and to get in touch with nature close to home.

Residents have their choice of rentals in Passaic, which provides a broad range of apartments, condos, and townhomes available for rent. The city is often a popular choice for commuters, offering quick access to Route 21, Route 3, U.S. 46, and the Garden State Parkway as well as NJ Transit’s Port Jervis and Main/Bergen County lines.

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Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Passaic, NJ is $1,227 for a studio, $1,600 for one bedroom, $1,649 for two bedrooms, and $2,035 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Passaic has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,600/month
612 Sq Ft
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Transportation

88

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

55

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

54

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Passaic Gifted And Talented Academy School No 20

Public

Grades 2-8

756 Students

7
out of 10

Number 11, Cruise Memorial Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

908 Students

3
out of 10

Number 19 Daniel F Ryan

Public

Grades 1-8

731 Students

3
out of 10

Number 8, Pulaski Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

317 Students

3
out of 10

Number 10, Roosevelt Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

285 Students

3
out of 10

Passaic Gifted And Talented Academy School No 20

Public

Grades 2-8

756 Students

7
out of 10

Number 11, Cruise Memorial Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

908 Students

3
out of 10

Number 19 Daniel F Ryan

Public

Grades 1-8

731 Students

3
out of 10

Number 3 Mario J Drago

Public

Grades PK-8

694 Students

2
out of 10

Number 1, Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

446 Students

2
out of 10

Passaic High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,596 Students

1
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
  • Meadowlands Environment Center
  • McDowell Observatory
  • Van Vleck House & Gardens
  • Richard W. DeKorte Park

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • Laguardia

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