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Rental Market Trends in Kearny, NJ

What is the average rent in Kearny, NJ?

$2,046/month

Average Rent

646 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-7.7%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of April 2026, the average rent in Kearny, NJ is $2,046 per month. This is 25% higher than the national average rent price of $1,641/month, making Kearny one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Kearny, you can expect to pay about $2,133 per month for a studio, $2,046 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $3,101 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $1,652 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,133/month
508 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,046/month
646 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,101/month
1,143 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,652/month
17 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,204/month
468 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,814/month
585 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,320/month
560 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,776/month
948 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,908/month
997 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Kearny, NJ?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 7.7%, which averages out to $156 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Kearny, NJ
Last Updated April 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Kearny, NJ
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
8% $700 - $1,000/month
23% $1,001 - $1,500/month
23% $1,501 - $2,000/month
46% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Kearny?

Based on current rent prices, South Kearny is the most affordable neighborhood in Kearny.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Kearny
$3,490/month
839 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Kearny?

Based on current rent prices, South Kearny is the most expensive neighborhood in Kearny.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Kearny
$3,490/month
839 Sq Ft

Which Kearny neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Kearny with the most apartments available is South Kearny .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Kearny
$3,490/month
839 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Kearny is $2,046, you’ll want to make about $6,820 per month or $81,840 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.

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Kearny, NJ

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Apartment communities in Kearny we think you'll love

Tetris

Tetris

187 Culver Ave,
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$2,500 - $3,650 Total Monthly Price

1-2 Beds | 13 Month Lease

80 Romaine Ave

80 Romaine Ave

80 Romaine Ave,
Jersey City, NJ 07306

$2,800 - $3,000 Total Monthly Price

2 Beds | 12 Month Lease

West Side Square

West Side Square

1075 West Side Ave,
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$2,531 - $9,392 Total Monthly Price

Studio - 3 Beds

Spring Street Commons

Spring Street Commons

2 Spring St,
Newark, NJ 07104

$2,075 - $2,510

1-2 Beds

Property Management Companies in Kearny, NJ

Ironstate Development Company
Ironstate Development Company
  • 19

    Communities

  • 3,175

    Units

  • 4

    Cities

7 Communities in Kearny
Russo Development
Russo Development
  • 18

    Communities

  • 6,517

    Units

  • 13

    Cities

5 Communities in Kearny
Greystar
Greystar
  • 3,488

    Communities

  • 959,885

    Units

  • 891

    Cities

4 Communities in Kearny
Bozzuto
Bozzuto
  • 385

    Communities

  • 118,627

    Units

  • 157

    Cities

4 Communities in Kearny
BNE Real Estate Group
BNE Real Estate Group
  • 19

    Communities

  • 4,069

    Units

  • 15

    Cities

3 Communities in Kearny
Atlantic Realty Development Corp.
Atlantic Realty Development Corp.
  • 52

    Communities

  • 15,484

    Units

  • 29

    Cities

2 Communities in Kearny
AION Partners
AION Partners
  • 53

    Communities

  • 18,352

    Units

  • 38

    Cities

1 Community in Kearny
Goldcrest Properties
Goldcrest Properties
  • 28

    Communities

  • 4,357

    Units

  • 23

    Cities

1 Community in Kearny

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† 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 February 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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