Average Rent in New Brunswick, NJ
13 apartment buildings, 92 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Browse apartments in New Brunswick, NJCheapest
$899/mo
The Standard at New Brunswick
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13
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Units
92
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 13 properties in New Brunswick, NJ.
Average rent trend, last 2 months
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
New Brunswick, NJ Rent Prices
All 13 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
The Standard at New Brunswick
90 New St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Verve New Brunswick
88 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
New Brunswick Arms Apartments
119 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
New Brunswick Apartments
33 Paul Robeson Blvd, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Providence Square
217 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Tov Manor Garden Apartments
80 Phelps Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Birchwood Terrace Apartments
272 Hamilton St Apt 53, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Standard at New Brunswick 90 New St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $899 | $1,390 | -- | 3.3 (424) | 33 |
| 2 | Verve New Brunswick 88 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $1,199 as of Oct 7 | $1,199 | -- | 3.3 (163) | 1 |
| 3 | New Brunswick Arms Apartments 119 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $1,200 as of Oct 3 | $1,200 | -- | 3.2 (13) | 1 |
| 4 | New Brunswick Apartments 33 Paul Robeson Blvd, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $1,679 | $2,036 | $1.83/ft² | 3.6 (37) | 11 |
| 5 | Providence Square 217 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $1,726 | $1,762 | $3.21/ft² | 4.8 (5) | 4 |
| 6 | Tov Manor Garden Apartments 80 Phelps Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $1,770 | $1,914 | -- | 3.3 (126) | 4 |
| 7 | Birchwood Terrace Apartments 272 Hamilton St Apt 53, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA | $1,875 | $2,573 | $2.63/ft² | 3.7 (41) | 5 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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The Standard at New Brunswick
3.3 (424)90 New St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Verve New Brunswick
3.3 (163)88 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
New Brunswick Arms Apartments
3.2 (13)119 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
New Brunswick Apartments
3.6 (37)33 Paul Robeson Blvd, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Providence Square
4.8 (5)217 Somerset St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
Tov Manor Garden Apartments
3.3 (126)80 Phelps Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USA
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New Brunswick, NJ neighborhoods
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New Brunswick, NJ Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in New Brunswick, NJ is $2,174 per month, based on 92 units across 13 apartment communities. Prices range from $899 at The Standard at New Brunswick to $4,397 at Premiere Residences.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,863/mo | $1,845/mo | 6 |
| 1 Bed | $2,251/mo | $999/mo | 30 |
| 2 Bed | $2,643/mo | $899/mo | 30 |
| 3 Bed | $1,850/mo | $899/mo | 10 |
| 4 Bed | $1,473/mo | $1,149/mo | 16 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Market Context
Who rents in New Brunswick, NJ, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in New Brunswick, NJ averages $2,251/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,643/mo. At the local median household income of $60,248, that works out to 43% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in New Brunswick, NJ at $1,790/mo. The current tracked market average runs 21% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in New Brunswick, NJ while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in New Brunswick, NJ?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$87,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,174/mo.
Comfortable income
$104,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($899/mo), you need to earn at least $36,000/year.
Median household income in New Brunswick, NJ is $60,248 , about 42% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in New Brunswick, NJ
Overall prices in New Brunswick, NJ runs above the national average by about 13% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 112.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by New Brunswick, NJ's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,174 |
| Utilities | $644 |
| Groceries | $585 |
| Transportation | $1,534 |
| Healthcare | $748 |
| Other goods and services | $1,197 |
| Estimated total | $6,882/mo |
Population
55,744
Median household income
$60,248
Census median rent
$1,790/mo
Census rent burden
34.7%
Median age
24.5
Mean commute
25 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in New Jersey
How New Brunswick, NJ rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs New Brunswick, NJ | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edison, NJ | $2,390 | +10% | -8.6% | 16 |
| Hoboken, NJ | $4,786 | +120% | +5.9% | 10 |
| Jersey City, NJ | $4,190 | +93% | -5.7% | 8 |
| Newark, NJ | $2,614 | +20% | -1.8% | 8 |
| Bayonne, NJ | $3,059 | +41% | +34.2% | 7 |
| Paterson, NJ | $3,430 | +58% | -11.3% | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in New Brunswick, NJ?
The average rent in New Brunswick, NJ is $2,174 per month, based on 92 units across 13 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in New Brunswick, NJ?
The median asking rent in New Brunswick, NJ is $2,012 per month, computed from 92 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,174/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in New Brunswick, NJ?
The lowest available rent in New Brunswick, NJ starts at $899 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in New Brunswick, NJ?
1-bedroom apartments in New Brunswick, NJ average $2,251/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $999/mo across 30 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in New Brunswick, NJ?
2-bedroom apartments in New Brunswick, NJ average $2,643/mo. Units start from $899/mo across 30 units currently listed.
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