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Rental Market Trends in Long Branch, NJ
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Long Branch, NJ is $2,292/month.
Rent in Long Branch is 38% higher than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,292/month
Average Rent
724 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.3%
Change / Year
486
Available Apartments
Long Branch rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Long Branch average $1,959 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Long Branch average $2,292 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Long Branch average $3,038 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Long Branch average $4,092 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Long Branch, NJ?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.3%, which averages out to $53 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Long Branch, NJ
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
20%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
18%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
61%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Long Branch?
Based on current rent prices, Long Branch City is the most affordable neighborhood in Long Branch.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Long Branch?
Based on current rent prices, Long Branch City is the most expensive neighborhood in Long Branch.
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Which Long Branch neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Long Branch with the most apartments available is Long Branch City .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Long Branch, NJ?
Because the average rent in Long Branch is $2,292, you’ll want to make about $7,640 per month or $91,680 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 Long Branch, NJ compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Long Branch, 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 Long Branch Area GuideStudio
$1,949/month
$1,949/month
One Bedroom
$2,273/month
$2,273/month
Two Bedroom
$3,042/month
$3,042/month
Three Bedroom
$4,085/month
$4,085/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Long Branch?
The average rent in Long Branch is $2,292 per month, which is 37.9% higher than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Long Branch?
The average rent for a house in Long Branch, NJ is $3,269 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Long Branch?
The average rent for a townhome in Long Branch, NJ is $3,500 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Long Branch?
The average rent for a condo in Long Branch, NJ is $4,131 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Long Branch?
Rents in Long Branch, NJ are increasing, with prices up 2.3% year-over-year and $53 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Long Branch?
In Long Branch, NJ, 61% 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.