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Rental Market Trends in Berkeley Heights, NJ

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Berkeley Heights, NJ is $2,659/month.

Rent in Berkeley Heights is 60% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,659/month

Average Rent

749 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.4%

Change / Year

140

Available Apartments

Berkeley Heights rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Berkeley Heights average $1,750 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Berkeley Heights average $2,659 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Berkeley Heights average $3,507 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Berkeley Heights average $1,440 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,750/month
504 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,659/month
749 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,507/month
1,106 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,440/month
1,018 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.4%, which averages out to $9 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Berkeley Heights, NJ

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Berkeley Heights, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

Because the average rent in Berkeley Heights is $2,659, you’ll want to make about $8,863 per month or $106,356 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Berkeley Heights, NJ

140 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Berkeley Heights, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Berkeley Heights, NJ to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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    Avg Rent: $2,351/month

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    Avg Rent: $2,602/month

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    Avg Rent: $2,345/month

Apartment Communities in Berkeley Heights We Think You'll Love

Berkeley House

Berkeley House

434 Springfield Ave,
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

1-2 Beds | $2,728 - $4,897

RT 500

RT 500

500 District Dr,
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,579 - $4,376

Glenside

Glenside

2545 US Highway 22,
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

1-3 Beds | $2,595 - $5,395

Providence Place

Providence Place

601 Trailside Cir,
New Providence, NJ 07974

1-3 Beds | $3,000 - $6,100

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Berkeley Heights?

The average rent in Berkeley Heights is $2,659 per month, which is 59.7% higher than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Berkeley Heights?

Rents in Berkeley Heights, NJ are decreasing, with prices down 0.4% year-over-year and $9 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Berkeley Heights?

In Berkeley Heights, NJ, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Berkeley Heights Rental Trends

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 September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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