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Rental Market Trends in East Orange, NJ

Updated September 2026

The average rent in East Orange, NJ is $1,551/month.

Rent in East Orange is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,551/month

Average Rent

663 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.1%

Change / Year

569

Available Apartments

East Orange rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in East Orange average $1,372 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in East Orange average $1,551 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in East Orange average $2,111 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in East Orange average $2,039 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,372/month
412 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,551/month
663 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,111/month
915 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,039/month
1,145 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,025/month
250 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,648/month
340 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,903/month
1,232 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,006/month
610 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,326/month
662 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,444/month
1,656 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,363/month
899 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in East Orange, NJ?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.1%, which averages out to $18 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in East Orange, NJ

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in East Orange, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
12% $700 - $1,000/month
36% $1,001 - $1,500/month
32% $1,501 - $2,000/month
18% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in East Orange is $1,551, you’ll want to make about $5,170 per month or $62,040 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

East Orange, NJ

569 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare East Orange, 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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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Orange

    Orange

    Avg Rent: $1,750/month

  • South Orange

    South Orange

    Avg Rent: $2,605/month

  • Glen Ridge

    Glen Ridge

    Avg Rent: $2,915/month

  • Newark

    Newark

    Avg Rent: $1,652/month

Apartment Communities in East Orange We Think You'll Love

Allure 258 Luxury Apartments

Allure 258 Luxury Apartments

258 S Harrison St,
East Orange, NJ 07018

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,000 - $3,600

Parkway Lofts

Parkway Lofts

5 Lawrence St,
Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,025 - $3,855

Embark

Embark

533 Main St,
East Orange, NJ 07018

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,013 - $3,855

Lotus 315

Lotus 315

315 S Harrison St,
East Orange, NJ 07018

1-2 Beds | $2,150 - $2,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in East Orange?

The average rent in East Orange is $1,551 per month, which is 6.8% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in East Orange?

The average rent for a house in East Orange, NJ is $2,648 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in East Orange?

The average rent for a condo in East Orange, NJ is $2,006 per month.

Are rents going up or down in East Orange?

Rents in East Orange, NJ are increasing, with prices up 1.1% year-over-year and $18 more per month.

What rent range is most common in East Orange?

In East Orange, NJ, 36% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey East Orange 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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