Fort Lee

The George Washington Bridge, the busiest bridge in the world.
Recreation of colonial era barracks at Fort Lee Historic Park.
Overpeck County Park is only a short drive away.
Impressive views of Manhattan can be enjoyed from the Fort Lee Historic Park.
A man enjoys the benches at Constitution Park in Fort Lee, NJ.

Fort Lee, NJ Area Guide

A suburban New Jersey community at the foot of the George Washington Bridge

Waterfront River Parks Walkable Safe Low Crime Schools

Fort Lee sits atop the Palisades cliffs overlooking the Hudson River, just minutes from Manhattan via the George Washington Bridge. The borough combines residential high-rises with established neighborhoods, while its downtown area along Main Street serves as a community hub. The area is particularly known for its Korean dining scene along Main Street, where restaurants and specialty shops contribute to the local culture. Current rental trends show average apartment rates of $3,121, though the market has seen a slight decline of -3.7% over the past year, with one-bedroom units averaging $3,083 and two-bedrooms at $3,774.

The Barrymore Film Center celebrates Fort Lee's history as an early filmmaking hub through screenings and exhibits. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Constitution Park and Fort Lee Historic Park, which provides views of the Hudson River and Manhattan skyline. The borough is served by the Fort Lee School District, which includes multiple elementary schools and Fort Lee High School. Housing options include contemporary high-rise apartments in The Modern towers and established apartment buildings throughout the borough. Main Street and the surrounding areas feature numerous restaurants, markets, and shops that reflect the community's diverse dining and shopping scene.

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Small colonial style cottages in Fort Lee, NJ can also be found.

Older brick, colonial style homes in Fort Lee, NJ are still easy to find.

Newly constructed townhomes in Fort Lee, NJ have garages and two stories of space.

Overpeck County Park is only a short drive away.

Impressive views of Manhattan can be enjoyed from the Fort Lee Historic Park.

A water park for kids at the Fort Lee Recreation Center in Fort Lee, NJ.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Fort Lee, NJ is $2,572 for a studio, $3,026 for one bedroom, $3,876 for two bedrooms, and $4,638 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Lee has decreased by -2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,026/month
791 Sq Ft
House
$4,296/month
157 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,675/month
324 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

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

Very Walkable

85 / 100

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

Good Transit

56 / 100

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

53 / 100

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

School No. 2

Public

Grades PK-5

School No. 3

Public

Grades PK-5

School No. 4

Public

Grades K-5

Lewis F Cole Middle School

Public

Grades K-8

School No. 1

Public

Grades K-5

Lewis F Cole Middle School

Public

Grades K-8

Fort Lee High School

Public

Grades 9-12

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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.