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Rental Market Trends in Branchburg, NJ

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Branchburg, NJ is $2,077/month.

Rent in Branchburg is 25% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,077/month

Average Rent

997 Sq Ft

Average Size

+10.5%

Change / Year

277

Available Apartments

Branchburg rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Branchburg average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Branchburg average $2,077 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Branchburg average $2,975 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Branchburg average $4,186 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,077/month
997 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,975/month
1,423 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,186/month
2,132 Sq Ft
View Branchburg Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Branchburg, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 10.5%, which averages out to $218 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Branchburg, NJ

August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Branchburg, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
67% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Branchburg is $2,077, you’ll want to make about $6,923 per month or $83,076 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

Branchburg, NJ

277 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Branchburg, 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.

Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Raritan

    Raritan

    Avg Rent: $2,468/month

  • Hillsborough

    Hillsborough

    Avg Rent: $2,121/month

  • Somerville

    Somerville

    Avg Rent: $2,241/month

  • Bridgewater

    Bridgewater

    Avg Rent: $2,105/month

Apartment Communities in Branchburg We Think You'll Love

North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals

North Branch Walk Luxury Rentals

3301 U.S. Highway 22,
Branchburg, NJ 08876

2-4 Beds | $2,945 - $5,045

Whiton Hills

Whiton Hills

804 Bermuda Dr,
Neshanic Station, NJ 08853

1-2 Beds | $2,180 - $3,185

2501 Vroom Dr

2501 Vroom Dr

2501 Vroom Dr,
Bridgewater Township, NJ 08807

2 Beds | $3,100

Red Rock Preserve

Red Rock Preserve

975 Old York Rd,
Branchburg, NJ 08853

2-3 Beds | $1,445 - $2,022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Branchburg?

The average rent in Branchburg is $2,077 per month, which is 24.9% higher than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Branchburg?

Rents in Branchburg, NJ are increasing, with prices up 10.5% year-over-year and $218 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Branchburg?

In Branchburg, NJ, 67% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Branchburg 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 June 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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