Apartments for Rent in Essex County, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• How much is rent in Essex County, NJ?

  In Essex County, NJ, the average rent is $1,905+ for a studio, $2,482+ for a 1-bedroom, $3,357+ for a 2-bedroom, and $2,585+ for a 3-bedroom.*

  *Based on base prices that don’t include fees

• How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Essex County, NJ?

  You can use the pet-friendly filter to find apartments that allow pets.

• How much should I pay for rent in Essex County, NJ?

  The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Essex County, NJ.

• How can I find off-campus housing in Essex County, NJ?

  You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Essex County, NJ. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Hudson County Community College, Saint Peter's University, Kean University, New Jersey City University, Rutgers University-Newark, and Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus.