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Rental Market Trends in Cranbury, NJ

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Cranbury, NJ is $1,323/month.

Rent in Cranbury is 20% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,323/month

Average Rent

750 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.1%

Change / Year

275

Available Apartments

Cranbury rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Cranbury average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Cranbury average $1,323 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Cranbury average $1,856 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Cranbury average $1,690 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,323/month
750 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,856/month
1,040 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,690/month
1,325 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,789/month
563 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,370/month
549 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,900/month
1,522 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Cranbury, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.1%, which averages out to $2 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Cranbury, NJ

August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Cranbury, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
50% $1,501 - $2,000/month
50% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Cranbury is $1,323, you’ll want to make about $4,410 per month or $52,920 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

Cranbury, NJ

275 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Cranbury, 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.

  • Hightstown

    Hightstown

    Avg Rent: $1,778/month

  • East Windsor

    East Windsor

    Avg Rent: $1,771/month

  • Plainsboro

    Plainsboro

    Avg Rent: $2,064/month

  • Dayton

    Dayton

    Avg Rent: $1,810/month

  • Jamesburg

    Jamesburg

    Avg Rent: $1,344/month

  • Monroe Township

    Monroe Township

    Avg Rent: $2,079/month

  • Monmouth Junction

    Monmouth Junction

    Avg Rent: $1,966/month

Apartment Communities in Cranbury We Think You'll Love

Hunters Glen

Hunters Glen

1000 Hunters Glen Dr,
Plainsboro, NJ 08536

1-2 Beds | $1,770 - $2,760

Quail Ridge Apartments

Quail Ridge Apartments

2005 Quail Ridge Dr,
Plainsboro, NJ 08536

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,555 - $2,623

The Crest at Princeton Meadows

The Crest at Princeton Meadows

3217 Ravenscrest Dr,
Plainsboro, NJ 08536

1-2 Beds | $1,814 - $2,713

Deer Creek

Deer Creek

305 Deer Creek Dr,
Plainsboro, NJ 08536

1-2 Beds | $2,120 - $2,580

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Cranbury?

The average rent in Cranbury is $1,323 per month, which is 20.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a condo in Cranbury?

The average rent for a condo in Cranbury, NJ is $1,789 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Cranbury?

Rents in Cranbury, NJ are increasing, with prices up 0.1% year-over-year and $2 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Cranbury?

In Cranbury, NJ, 50% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Cranbury 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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