Parsippany

Houses on Lake Parsippany
Single Family Homes
Stop by and pick up a book at Barnes and Noble in Parsippany.
Wegman's has a large new location for residents in Parsippany.
Stop by for some fresh baked pizza at Tabor Pizzeria.

Parsippany, NJ Area Guide

Where the river winds through the valley

Wooded Lakes Attractive Historic Commutes Mass Transit Parks

Located in Morris County, Parsippany-Troy Hills combines suburban comfort with easy access to metropolitan amenities. The township, recognized by Money magazine, offers housing options throughout established neighborhoods like Lake Hiawatha, Mount Tabor, and Lake Parsippany. One-bedroom apartments average $1,969, while two-bedroom units average $2,595. Positioned at the intersection of I-80, I-287, and I-280, Parsippany-Troy Hills provides convenient access to the New York metropolitan area.

The township spans 25 square miles, featuring Rainbow Lakes, Smith Field Park, and Veterans Memorial Park. The historic Mount Tabor district showcases preserved Victorian architecture, while the Lake Parsippany area offers waterfront recreation. The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District operates ten elementary schools and two high schools. Local landmarks include the BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir temple, reflecting the area's cultural heritage. The name "Parsippany" traces its origins to the Lenape people, meaning "the place where the river winds through the valley." While preserving its residential character, the township has developed into a significant business center, home to several major corporations.

Explore the City

Stop by and pick up a book at Barnes and Noble in Parsippany.

Wegman's has a large new location for residents in Parsippany.

Stop by for some fresh baked pizza at Tabor Pizzeria.

Stop by home goods or other big box stores in Parsippany.

Tabor Pizzeria is a great spot to eat in or take out a hot pizza pie.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Parsippany, NJ is $2,467 for a studio, $2,112 for one bedroom, $2,772 for two bedrooms, and $4,378 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Parsippany has increased by 1.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,112/month
773 Sq Ft
House
$3,739/month
0 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

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

Car-Dependent

42 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Minimal Transit

1 / 100

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

Somewhat Bikeable

38 / 100

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.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Whippany Railway Museum
  • Conklin Farm
  • Frelinghuysen Arboretum
  • Tourne County Park
  • Hamilton Farms

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 February 2026.