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32-N N Reading Rd,
Edison, NJ 08817
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Rental Market Trends in Edison, NJ
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Edison, NJ is $1,884/month.
Rent in Edison is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,884/month
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866 Sq Ft
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Available Apartments
Edison rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Edison average $1,502 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Edison average $1,884 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Edison average $2,566 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Edison average $2,992 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Edison, NJ?
Rents have remained stable over the past year, with little overall movement.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Edison, NJ
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
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Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
6%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
42%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
53%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Edison, NJ?
Because the average rent in Edison is $1,884, you’ll want to make about $6,280 per month or $75,360 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 Edison, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Edison, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Edison?
The average rent in Edison is $1,884 per month, which is 13.3% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Edison?
The average rent for a house in Edison, NJ is $3,472 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Edison?
The average rent for a townhome in Edison, NJ is $2,938 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Edison?
The average rent for a condo in Edison, NJ is $2,036 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Edison?
Rents in Edison, NJ are relatively stable, with minimal month-over-month change.
What rent range is most common in Edison?
In Edison, NJ, 53% 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 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.