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Rental Market Trends in Fords, NJ

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Fords, NJ is $2,389/month.

Rent in Fords is 44% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,389/month

Average Rent

722 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.1%

Change / Year

200

Available Apartments

Fords rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Fords average $2,160 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Fords average $2,389 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Fords average $2,907 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Fords average $3,617 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,160/month
490 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,389/month
722 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,907/month
972 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,617/month
1,222 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,400/month
1,120 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Fords, 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 Fords, NJ

August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Fords, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
100% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Fords is $2,389, you’ll want to make about $7,963 per month or $95,556 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

Fords, NJ

200 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Fords, 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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    Avg Rent: $2,250/month

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    Avg Rent: $2,272/month

  • Perth Amboy

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    Avg Rent: $1,788/month

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    Avg Rent: $2,314/month

  • Edison

    Edison

    Avg Rent: $1,875/month

Apartment Communities in Fords We Think You'll Love

Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township

Quincy Heights - Woodbridge Township

175 Quincy Ct,
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

1-2 Beds | $2,395 - $2,600

The Crossings at One

The Crossings at One

100 Tulip Dr,
Fords, NJ 08863

1-2 Beds | $1,895 - $2,920

The Park at Fords Corner

The Park at Fords Corner

555 New Brunswick Ave,
Fords, NJ 08863

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,095 - $3,361

The Crossings at Menlo Park

The Crossings at Menlo Park

253 Lafayette Rd,
Edison, NJ 08837

1-2 Beds | $1,895 - $2,795

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Fords?

The average rent in Fords is $2,389 per month, which is 43.6% higher than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Fords?

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

What rent range is most common in Fords?

In Fords, NJ, 100% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New Jersey Fords 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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