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Rental Market Trends in Cranford, NJ
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Cranford, NJ is $3,008/month.
Rent in Cranford is 81% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,008/month
Average Rent
923 Sq Ft
Average Size
+7%
Change / Year
752
Available Apartments
Cranford rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Cranford average $1,905 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Cranford average $3,008 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Cranford average $3,609 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Cranford average $2,411 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Cranford, NJ?
In the past year, rent has increased by 7%, which averages out to $212 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Cranford, NJ
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
18%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
82%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Cranford, NJ?
Because the average rent in Cranford is $3,008, you’ll want to make about $10,026 per month or $120,312 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.
How does Cranford, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Cranford, 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.
View the Cranford Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Garwood
Avg Rent: $2,756/month
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Roselle Park
Avg Rent: $1,926/month
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Westfield
Avg Rent: $2,715/month
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Roselle
Avg Rent: $1,848/month
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Clark
Avg Rent: $1,899/month
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Springfield
Avg Rent: $2,460/month
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Union Township
Avg Rent: $2,316/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Cranford?
The average rent in Cranford is $3,008 per month, which is 80.8% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Cranford?
The average rent for a house in Cranford, NJ is $2,991 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Cranford?
The average rent for a condo in Cranford, NJ is $2,181 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Cranford?
Rents in Cranford, NJ are increasing, with prices up 7.0% year-over-year and $212 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Cranford?
In Cranford, NJ, 82% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.