Last updated May 21, 2026
Average Rent in New Jersey (2026)
Average rent across New Jersey is $2,843/mo as of May 2026, based on 174 units tracked daily across 10 cities and 11 apartment communities. Rents are down $231 (7.6%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $1,520 to $4,920.
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New Jersey Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices come from our proprietary data sourcing, refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Park | $2,408 | -$26 | 37 | $2,070 |
| Elizabeth | $2,716 | +$13 | 35 | $1,520 |
| Paterson | $3,421 | +$53 | 23 | $2,602 |
| Jersey City | $3,270 | +$216 | 21 | $2,672 |
| Union | $2,850 | +$295 | 17 | $2,195 |
| Newark | $2,703 | +$179 | 14 | $2,130 |
| North Haledon | $3,005 | +$107 | 13 | $2,602 |
| Harrison | $2,766 | +$47 | 9 | $2,130 |
| East Orange | $2,569 | +$78 | 4 | $2,531 |
| Bayonne | $2,675 | +$160 | 1 | $2,675 |
Which New Jersey Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across New Jersey cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 10 biggest movers.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in New Jersey broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,480 | $1,520 | $3,056 | 21 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,682 | $1,815 | $4,115 | 72 |
| 2 Bedroom | $3,030 | $2,195 | $4,770 | 78 |
| 3 Bedroom | $4,387 | $3,370 | $4,920 | 3 |
New Jersey Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked New Jersey apartments.
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Open Interactive MapNew Jersey Rent FAQ
What is the average rent in New Jersey?
The average rent in New Jersey is $2,843 per month as of May 2026, based on 174 units tracked across 10 cities.
Which New Jersey city has the cheapest rent?
Bayonne has the lowest average rent in New Jersey at $2,675 per month, with units starting from $2,675.
Are rents going up or down in New Jersey?
Rents in New Jersey have decreased by $231 (7.6%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in New Jersey?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in New Jersey is $2,682 per month, with 72 units available.
What is the most expensive city in New Jersey?
Elmwood Park is the most expensive city in New Jersey with an average rent of $2,408 per month.
How many apartments are available in New Jersey?
We track 174 individual units across 11 apartment communities in 10 New Jersey cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in New Jersey?
The average studio apartment rent in New Jersey is $2,480 per month.
How often are New Jersey rent prices updated?
Our proprietary data sourcing refreshes real asking prices every morning. All New Jersey rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.