Fort Lee

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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.

Rent Trends

As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Fort Lee, NJ is $2,607 for a studio, $2,988 for one bedroom, $3,814 for two bedrooms, and $4,566 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fort Lee has decreased by -3.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,988/month
791 Sq Ft
House
$4,013/month
217 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,952/month
243 Sq Ft
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Transportation

85

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

56

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

School No. 2

Public

Grades PK-4

357 Students

School No. 4

Public

Grades K-4

400 Students

School No. 3

Public

Grades PK-4

339 Students

Lewis F Cole Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

1,194 Students

School No. 1

Public

Grades K-4

542 Students

Lewis F Cole Middle School

Public

Grades 5-8

1,194 Students

Fort Lee High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,160 Students

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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.