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Elizabeth, NJ

Area Guide

The Garden State’s greenest city, located on Newark Bay

Waterfront Shopping Commuter Public Transit Airport

Living in Elizabeth, New Jersey combines metropolitan accessibility with historical significance, just 20 miles from Manhattan. The city offers various housing options, from historic single-family homes to apartments, with average rents ranging from $1,371 for studios to $2,013 for three-bedroom units. Elizabeth's neighborhoods each showcase distinct characteristics - the Midtown district features Art Deco architecture, while the Elizabethport area near the waterfront has experienced recent development. The Elmora and Peterstown areas maintain their established cultural heritage through local markets and architecture.

Elizabeth's position as a transportation hub includes multiple train stations providing direct access to Newark and New York City. The Mills at Jersey Gardens outlet mall and the Port Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal contribute to the local economy. For outdoor recreation, Warinanco Park offers boating facilities and seasonal activities. History enthusiasts can visit the First Presbyterian Church, a significant landmark from the American Revolution era. Current rent trends indicate moderate increases across all unit sizes, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,550, representing a 2.7% year-over-year increase.

Explore the City

Take a break from the city at the Waterfront Park.

Elizabeth has a lively downtown.

The Ritz Theater is the cornerstone of Downtown Elizabeth.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Elizabeth, NJ is $1,405 for a studio, $1,580 for one bedroom, $2,017 for two bedrooms, and $2,065 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elizabeth has increased by 2.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,580/month
619 Sq Ft
House
$2,721/month
190 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,710/month
439 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Elizabeth, NJ is 13.7% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Elizabeth is 35.0% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,405 - $2,065. You can expect to pay 5.3% more for groceries, 3.7% more for utilities, and 2.9% more for transportation.

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Transportation

79

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

47

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

53

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

Terence C. Reilly School #7

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,126 Students

No 22 William F Halloran

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,089 Students

Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

623 Students

No 27 Dr Antonio Pantoja

Public

Grades PK-8

885 Students

No 29 Dr A Einstein Academy

Public

Grades PK-8

799 Students

Terence C. Reilly School #7

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,126 Students

No 22 William F Halloran

Public

Grades PK & 2-8

1,089 Students

Number 21, Victor Mravlag Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

623 Students

No 27 Dr Antonio Pantoja

Public

Grades PK-8

885 Students

No 29 Dr A Einstein Academy

Public

Grades PK-8

799 Students

Elizabeth High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,281 Students

A Hamilton Preparatory Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

996 Students

T Jefferson Arts Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

1,070 Students

John E Dwyer Tech Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

1,443 Students

Adm W F Halsey Leadership Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

1,299 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Staten Island Industrial Park
  • Westerleigh Park
  • Faber Park
  • G. Thomas DiDomenico Park
  • Stephen Gregg Park

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 November 2025.