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Caldwell, NJ Area Guide

A charming suburban community just minutes from Manhattan

Suburb Upscale Schools Low Crime Safe Commuter College Parks Nature Outdoors

Caldwell sits in Essex County as a small borough known for its tree-lined streets and historic downtown area. This suburban community maintains a walkable downtown district along Bloomfield Avenue, where residents can find local shops, restaurants, and services within walking distance of many rental properties. The downtown area provides convenient access to grocery stores, cafes, and small businesses. Grover Cleveland Park offers outdoor recreation space, while the nearby South Mountain Reservation provides hiking trails and additional green space for residents who enjoy outdoor activities.

Caldwell provides easy access to major highways including Route 80 and Route 280, making commutes to New York City and other parts of New Jersey manageable. NJ Transit bus service connects residents to nearby train stations, including those along the Morris & Essex line. The borough's location in Essex County puts residents within reach of shopping centers, employment hubs, and cultural attractions throughout the region, making it a practical choice for renters seeking suburban living with metropolitan access.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Caldwell, NJ is $1,630 for a studio, $1,994 for one bedroom, $2,548 for two bedrooms, and $3,240 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Caldwell has decreased by -2.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,994/month
678 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Caldwell, NJ is for everyday living.

Very Walkable

80 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

41 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Lincoln Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Van Vleck House & Gardens
  • NJ Audubon Essex County Environmental Center
  • Fairfield Farm
  • Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
  • Edison National Historic Site

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • LaGuardia

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.