Morristown

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Morristown, NJ

Area Guide

Bask in historic charm on the cusp of NYC

Historic Charming Scenic Peaceful Suburban Convenient

Morristown combines historic significance with contemporary living, just 30 miles west of New York City. The downtown area centers around the Morristown Green, a tree-lined park that hosts community events and seasonal festivals throughout the year. The rental market offers diverse housing options, from apartment communities to converted historic properties, particularly in the downtown district. Average rents range from $2,103 for studios to $3,411 for two-bedroom units.

The downtown district features the Mayo Performing Arts Center and the Morris Museum, while history enthusiasts can explore Morristown National Historical Park and Ford Mansion. Outdoor recreation spots include Speedwell Lake, Lewis Morris County Park, and Jockey Hollow. The Morristown Train Station provides direct service to New York City via NJ Transit's Morristown Line, with a typical commute of under an hour. The area is served by the Morris School District, with several private educational institutions in the surrounding area.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Morristown, NJ is $2,124 for a studio, $2,519 for one bedroom, $3,378 for two bedrooms, and $3,387 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Morristown has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,519/month
764 Sq Ft
House
$5,030/month
1,217 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Morristown, NJ is 7.6% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Morristown is 25.7% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $2,124 - $3,387. You can expect to pay 2.6% more for groceries, 3.3% less for utilities, and 2.7% less for transportation.

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Transportation

74

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

27

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

42

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

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

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

275 Students

Normandy Park School

Public

Grades K-5

347 Students

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

272 Students

Sussex Avenue Elementary School

Public

Grades 3-5

299 Students

Hillcrest Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-2

314 Students

Frelinghuysen Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,069 Students

Central Park School

Public

Grades PK-12

31 Students

Morristown High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,868 Students

Central Park School

Public

Grades PK-12

31 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Historic Speedwell
  • Patriot's Path
  • Willowwood Arboretum
  • Morris Museum
  • Frelinghuysen Arboretum

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.