The American
1000 The American Rd,
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
$2,644 - $4,175 | 1-2 Beds
Morristown
Morristown, NJ
Area Guide
Bask in historic charm on the cusp of NYC
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Morristown is a vibrant suburb brimming with historic character. Morristown is, perhaps, best known for being the home of Morristown National Historical Park – the site where General George Washington and troops of the Continental Army spent the coldest winter on record during the Revolutionary War.
But Morristown’s historic charm doesn’t end there. A vibrant downtown area personified by red-brick buildings stretches along South Street, boasting an array of modern shops, eateries, bars, boutiques, and more. Morristown touts a wide variety of apartments available for rent, from the ultra-modern to renovated lofts and everything in between.
Residents delight in Morristown’s many parks, theaters, and museums, ensuring there is always something to do close to home. Morristown is also accessible to I-287 and NJ Transit’s Morris and Essex Line, making it easy for residents to enjoy day trips and weekend getaways.
Rent Trends
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Morristown, NJ is $2,095 for a studio, $2,578 for one bedroom, $3,424 for two bedrooms, and $3,412 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Morristown has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,578/month
754 Sq Ft
House
$4,325/month
381 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,736/month
1,177 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Morristown, NJ is 6.5% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Morristown is 22.8% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $2,095 - $3,424. You can expect to pay 2.3% more for groceries, 3.2% less for utilities, and 3.1% 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
7
Public
Grades K-5
347 Students
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Sussex Avenue Elementary School
Public
Grades 3-5
299 Students
6
Alexander Hamilton Elementary School
Public
Grades 3-5
272 Students
4
Public
Grades PK-2
314 Students
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 6-8
1,069 Students
4
Public
Grades PK-12
31 Students
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 9-12
1,868 Students
5
Public
Grades PK-12
31 Students
Rating Unavailable
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Historic Speedwell
- Patriot's Path
- Willowwood Arboretum
- Morris Museum
- Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Newark Liberty International
- Laguardia
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Property Management Companies in Morristown, NJ
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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 2025.